Haelen Mental Health was born from a shared commitment to growth, mentorship, and service.

During the pandemic, Joan Collins served as a clinical preceptor to Heidi Linn. As Heidi approached graduation, she proposed continuing their work together—even though Joan had plans to retire.

Six months into retirement, Joan reached out with a realization: she wasn’t finished mentoring or caring for those in need.

That reconnection sparked the beginning of Haelen Mental Health—a practice rooted in lifelong learning, collaborative care, and the belief that healing happens in community.

At Haelen Mental Health, our team is built on shared values: taking time, listening deeply, honoring the whole person, and thinking creatively about care. 

Our mission is to make mental healthcare truly accessible—which is why we choose to accept insurance, even when it creates challenges for our organization.

We believe that education is foundational—for both our team and our clients. We integrate mental wellbeing into every aspect of treatment, blending evidence-based psychiatric care with supportive therapy and holistic health principles.