Rural Behavioral Health Clinic

Rural Behavioral Health Clinic Our clinic is uniquely designed to serve both the Mankato community and surrounding rural area

Welcome to the Rural Behavioral Health Clinic
Located in University Square in Mankato, we provide accessible mental health therapy and case management services.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! This month is an opportunity to reduce the stigmas and barriers surrounding mental...
05/05/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! This month is an opportunity to reduce the stigmas and barriers surrounding mental health while providing community resources and services.

On May 16th, 2026, Together for Mental Health Mankato is hosting a FREE event at Sibley Park’s Pavilions. From 2-5 PM, there will be mental health-themed activities suitable for all ages, music from KMSU, food trucks, and more! This is a great opportunity to discover accessible resources and services that can meet your unique needs. Bring your friends, family, and yourself, and celebrate your mental health accomplishments and those of
others.

We hope to see you there!

We were honored to be a part of South Central Minnesota’s Project Community Connect. This event provides resources of al...
04/23/2026

We were honored to be a part of South Central Minnesota’s Project Community Connect. This event provides resources of all kinds, from free haircuts to mental health programs. All are welcome to participate and access resources and services they need. Project Community Connect portrays the importance of community connections and increasing accessibility within rural areas. Thank you to everyone who stopped by and learned about our services!

It is increasingly common to see posts that showcase violence worldwide. These photos and videos can be disturbing and g...
04/13/2026

It is increasingly common to see posts that showcase violence worldwide. These photos and videos can be disturbing and graphic, sparking stress and anxiety. It is crucial to take care of ourselves when exposed to violence. Scroll through the photos for some beneficial habits and tools!

Better late than never! Introducing Gabriela, one of our clinical interns that started this spring semester:Hi! I’m Gabr...
04/09/2026

Better late than never! Introducing Gabriela, one of our clinical interns that started this spring semester:

Hi! I’m Gabriela Passmore, a Master of Social Work student and clinical intern here at Rural Behavioral Health Clinic. I grew up on a hobby farm in Stewart, Minnesota and have lived in the Mankato area for about 15 years, currently residing in rural Mankato with four cats and chickens. Growing up in a rural Minnesota informs my passion for the work I do, striving to provide resources and foster connections in environments that can feel isolating.

Before returning to school, I held a variety of professional roles as a writer, café supervisor, and a DIII Track & Field/Cross Country Coach. I’m also a Graduate Assistant Writing Tutor at MNSU. In my free time, I most enjoy active hobbies such as long distance running, curling, and skiing.

As an aspiring clinical social worker, it’s important to me that all clients feel truly heard, seen, and accepted for who they are. I approach clients with a trauma-informed, person-centered lens. Much of my experience includes working with college students, including international students from all over the world.

Better late than never! We would also like you to meet Austin, who is one of our case management interns that started th...
04/09/2026

Better late than never! We would also like you to meet Austin, who is one of our case management interns that started this spring semester:

Hello! My name is Austin Thomas, I am a social work intern here at the RBHC. I am studying for a Bachelor’s in social work at MNSU, and will start on the Master’s program come Summer of 2026! I have a passion for rural Minnesota, growing up in Faribault with a lot of my family being farmers in Shieldsville, and also living in Waterville while in high school. I worked at the local community center in Faribault, helping out the community in areas such as the Aquatic center, Youth Night, and management in general. I got into social work by connecting with communities and wanting to help those around me. I enjoy writing, reading, and getting to know people. I’ll bike the Sakatah Lake Trail or take my kayak into the water when the weather is nice, or I’ll spend time playing video games with friends and family when the snow comes down. I hope to make everyone feel listened and cared for at the RBHC, and to learn from others as they share their own stories.

Better late than never! Introducing Evelyn, one of our case management interns, who started this spring semester:Hello! ...
04/09/2026

Better late than never! Introducing Evelyn, one of our case management interns, who started this spring semester:

Hello! My name is Evelyn Lachermeier, I am currently a student at Minnesota State University, Mankato and a BSSW intern at the Rural Behavioral Health Clinic. I am enrolled in my final semester and plan to graduate with my Bachelor’s in Social Work in May 2026. I was recently accepted into the Master’s in Social Work Program here at MSU, Mankato, where I hope to continue my education through the Advanced Standing curriculum. Following my MSW, my professional goals include working in the realm of mental health counseling or advocacy and community outreach. I look forward to engaging with the community and acquiring new skills that are necessary for all social workers. The hands-on experience and application of skills I have learned throughout my classes will be an insightful experience I am ready to pursue.

Outside of the clinic and school setting, I enjoy crafts such as crocheting, journaling, and really any new skill I can learn! I also enjoy listening to music, spending time with friends and family, and traveling. I love my family’s two cats, Angel and Boopsie, and our dog Winnie.

We were honored to attend the Center for Rural Behavioral Health’s annual awards dinner last night. This event was a gre...
04/08/2026

We were honored to attend the Center for Rural Behavioral Health’s annual awards dinner last night. This event was a great representation of the incredible work being done in rural behavioral health. A big congratulations to award winners Meg Moynihan, Marnie Werner, Jessica Shouler, South Central Service Cooperative Youth Mental Health Navigators, and Paul Mackie.

Last Wednesday, the Rural Behavioral Health Clinic had the opportunity to present to the Regional Community of Practice ...
03/30/2026

Last Wednesday, the Rural Behavioral Health Clinic had the opportunity to present to the Regional Community of Practice (CoP) served by the South Central Service Co-op (SCSC). This presentation focused on the mental health impact social media has on youth and children. We provided evidence and statistics on the ever-growing presence of social media in our society, alongside resources for school counselors navigating this new technological world. Thank you to the SCSC for this great opportunity, as it was a great learning experience for everyone involved!

Now offering an in person motherhood support group Wednesdays at 9am in Mankato. Use the QR code below to sign up or con...
03/02/2026

Now offering an in person motherhood support group Wednesdays at 9am in Mankato. Use the QR code below to sign up or contact the clinic directly.

The Rural Behavioral Health Clinic had the pleasure of attending the Baby and Kids Expo in Mankato this weekend. Lauren,...
03/02/2026

The Rural Behavioral Health Clinic had the pleasure of attending the Baby and Kids Expo in Mankato this weekend. Lauren, Jeremy, and Kat enjoyed meeting families and sharing activities, supports, and resources. What a wonderful event and looking forward to next year!

Introducing Kat! One of our clinical interns who also provides therapeutic services.Hi, my name is Kat! I am a Mental H...
11/26/2025

Introducing Kat! One of our clinical interns who also provides therapeutic services.

Hi, my name is Kat! I am a Mental Health Counselor Intern, currently in my last year in the Mental Health Counseling Master’s program at Minnesota State University Mankato. I received my Bachelor of Science majoring in Psychology and minoring in Family Consumer Science in December 2023. I grew up in rural areas in southern Minnesota during my childhood and most of my adult life. Providing a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental environment for therapy is what I strive for. My special interests are couples and family, non-traditional relationships, and sexual therapy. My goal is to help provide mental health education for individuals and communities. I enjoy spending time with my kids and family, baking, trying new foods, and experiencing new things. I have a background in many areas and have enjoyed my life experiences, the good and bad. I feel that our life experiences do change us, but they do not define us. Only we can determine how these experiences can change our path.

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1600 Warren Street, Suite 6
Mankato, MN
56001

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+15073891443

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