Psychological Evaluation
A comprehensive initial assessment focused on your experiences, symptoms, emotional well-being, clinical needs, and personal goals.
- Clinical interview
- Symptom and wellness review
- Personalized recommendations
Mental Health Services
Personalized Mental Health Care for Those Who Served
Compassionate psychological and neuropsychological care designed around each veteran’s experiences, goals, clinical needs, and personal journey.
Individual Therapy
Veteran Group Therapy
Neuropsychology
Remote & In-Person
Healing Begins With Understanding
Care centered on the individual veteran
Every veteran begins with a comprehensive psychological evaluation. From there, our team develops a personalized plan that may include individual therapy, group therapy, neuropsychology, or coordinated psychiatric support.
2 Psychologists
1 Neuropsychologist
English & Spanish
Santiago & Sajoma
Veteran-Centered
Care designed around veteran experiences
Bilingual Care
Services in English and Spanish
Flexible Access
Remote and in-person appointments
Two Locations
Santiago and Sajoma
Healing Begins With Understanding
Every veteran’s journey is different
Veteran-Centered Care
Personalized Support
Compassionate psychological care designed around each veteran’s emotional well-being, treatment goals, and recovery needs.
At Jungla Vida, we understand that mental health care cannot follow a single formula. Every veteran brings different experiences, symptoms, goals, strengths, and challenges.
Our program begins by listening. A comprehensive psychological evaluation helps our team understand the veteran’s emotional well-being, clinical concerns, personal history, and treatment goals.
Based on this evaluation, we develop an individualized plan that may include weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly psychotherapy, veteran group therapy, neuropsychological assessment, or coordinated referral to an external psychiatrist.
2 Psychologists
Personalized evaluations and psychotherapy support for veterans.
1 Neuropsychologist
Cognitive assessment and targeted recommendations for TBI and related concerns.
Our Mental Health Services
Integrated support for emotional and cognitive health
Our internal team includes two psychologists and one neuropsychologist, with external psychiatric referrals coordinated when medication evaluation or psychiatric follow-up is needed.
Individual Psychotherapy
Private psychotherapy sessions tailored to the veteran’s clinical needs, progress, goals, and preferred pace of care.
- Weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly care
- Individual treatment goals
- Ongoing progress review
Veteran Group Therapy
Professionally guided group sessions where veterans can share experiences, develop trust, and rebuild connection and camaraderie.
- Veteran-centered environment
- Shared experiences
- Community and peer connection
Neuropsychological Evaluation
Specialized assessment for veterans experiencing concerns involving memory, attention, cognition, TBI, or neurological conditions.
- Memory and attention assessment
- Cognitive strengths and challenges
- Targeted clinical recommendations
Psychiatric Care Coordination
When psychiatric evaluation or medication management is appropriate, our team coordinates referrals to trusted external psychiatrists.
- External psychiatric referrals
- Medication evaluation coordination
- Collaborative follow-up care
Personalized Treatment Planning
Each veteran receives a care plan based on their evaluation, symptoms, goals, preferred modality, and clinical progress.
- Individualized recommendations
- Flexible session frequency
- Multidisciplinary coordination
Veteran Group Therapy
Rebuilding connection, trust, and camaraderie
Many veterans miss the sense of brotherhood, shared purpose, and mutual understanding they experienced during military service. Group therapy creates a space where that connection can begin to grow again.
Guided by a mental health professional, veterans can discuss shared experiences, learn from one another, strengthen resilience, and build meaningful relationships in an environment centered on respect and understanding.
“You do not have to navigate recovery alone.”
Professionally guided sessions
A supportive veteran-centered environment
Shared experiences and meaningful discussion
Connection with veterans who understand the journey
Trust, resilience, and community building
Available according to program scheduling and clinical needs
How to Begin
A clear path from application to care
Veterans can apply online, select their preferred contact method, and receive guidance from our team throughout the next steps.
01
Submit Your Application
Begin through one of the application links available on our website.
02
Choose How We Contact You
Select your preferred contact method so our team can follow up appropriately.
03
Initial Clinical Evaluation
A psychologist evaluates your experiences, symptoms, needs, and treatment goals.
04
Personalized Care Plan
Your provider recommends individual, group, neuropsychological, or coordinated psychiatric care.
05
Treatment & Follow-Up
Care continues in person or remotely, with frequency adjusted according to clinical need and progress.
Coordinated Mental Health Care
Understanding the role of each service
Psychology
Psychological evaluations, individualized treatment planning, individual psychotherapy, veteran group therapy, emotional support, and ongoing progress monitoring.
Internal team: two psychologists
Neuropsychology
Specialized evaluation of memory, attention, cognition, and other functions that may be affected by TBI, neurological conditions, or cognitive changes.
Internal team: one neuropsychologist
Psychiatry
When psychiatric evaluation, medication management, or medical follow-up is appropriate, Jungla Vida coordinates care with trusted external psychiatric providers.
Coordinated external referrals
Areas of Support
Mental health and cognitive concerns
Our team evaluates each veteran individually and recommends care according to their symptoms, history, goals, clinical needs, and progress.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Anxiety and persistent stress
Depression and low mood
Adjustment challenges
Combat and service-related trauma
Traumatic Brain Injury concerns
Memory difficulties
Attention and concentration problems
Emotional regulation challenges
Isolation and loss of connection
Life transitions after military service
Other emotional or cognitive concerns
Santiago
In-person mental health services available in Santiago.
Sajoma
In-person care available in San José de las Matas.
Remote Care
Virtual services available according to clinical needs.
English & Spanish
Bilingual support for veterans in either language.
Frequently Asked Questions
Mental health services for veterans
How does mental health care begin?+
The process begins with an application and a comprehensive psychological evaluation. A psychologist reviews the veteran’s experiences, symptoms, goals, emotional well-being, and clinical needs before developing an individualized treatment plan.
Are services available in person and remotely?+
Yes. Mental health services are available both in person and remotely, depending on the veteran’s needs, location, and the type of service being provided.
Where are in-person services available?+
In-person mental health services are available through Jungla Vida US Vets in both Santiago and San José de las Matas, commonly known as Sajoma, in the Dominican Republic.
Are services available in English and Spanish?+
Yes. Jungla Vida US Vets provides mental health support in both English and Spanish.
How often are psychotherapy sessions scheduled?+
Sessions may be scheduled weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly based on the veteran’s clinical needs, treatment plan, availability, and progress.
Does Jungla Vida have psychiatrists on staff?+
Jungla Vida’s internal mental health team includes psychologists and a neuropsychologist. When psychiatric evaluation or medication management is clinically appropriate, the team coordinates referrals to trusted external psychiatrists.
What is Veteran Group Therapy?+
Veteran Group Therapy brings veterans together in a professionally guided and supportive environment where they can discuss shared experiences, strengthen trust, build relationships, and reconnect with a community that understands military service.
When might a neuropsychological evaluation be recommended?+
A neuropsychological evaluation may be appropriate when a veteran experiences memory problems, attention difficulties, cognitive changes, concerns related to Traumatic Brain Injury, or symptoms associated with other neurological conditions.
How do I apply?+
Veterans can begin by selecting an application link on the Jungla Vida website. During the application process, they can indicate their preferred contact method. The team will review the request, make contact, and guide the veteran through the next appropriate steps.
Emergency and crisis care
This website and its application forms are not emergency crisis services. Anyone experiencing an immediate psychiatric or medical emergency should contact local emergency services or go to the nearest emergency department.
Begin Your Journey
Take the first step toward personalized care
Submit your application and select your preferred contact method. Our team will review your request and guide you through the next appropriate steps.