One of our core purposes of VET JAMS is to get the word out about the free therapy through the vet center. The vet center is NOT the VA. I (Jason) personally got denied by the VA. I really was in need of help and I wanted a veteran therapist, or someone who specialized in treating veterans. The Vet Center is just what I was looking for in a therapist. All you need is your DD-214. I called the number 504-507-4977, if it's after hours (877-927-8387 ) to setup my first appointment, I had an appointment set in less than 15 minutes for a a couple days later.