Struggling in silence?
You don’t have to.
This program offers confidential support for Alabama veterinary professionals battling burnout, addiction, depression, and other mental health challenges — because helping others shouldn’t come at the cost of your own well-being.
Veterinary medicine can break your heart — even when you love the work.
The Alabama Veterinary Professionals Wellness Program (AVPWP), established by the Alabama State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiner, is designed to be a safe and confidential first stop for veterinary professionals seeking support. It is guided by a committee of your veterinary peers, and our mission is to connect you with the professional help you need—without involvement from the State Board. The approach is compassionate and therapeutic, never punitive, with the goal of helping you restore your well-being and return to your career with confidence. We are here to listen, guide, and ensure you have the resources necessary to move forward and be the healthiest version of yourself.
You don’t have to figure it out alone. This program is here to help — confidentially and without judgment.
Anonymous access
No licensing risk
Peer and professional support
Resources for individuals and families
We help with more than you might think.
Addiction (alcohol, drugs, sex, food, gambling)
Depression, anxiety, panic attacks, suicidal thoughts
Burnout and compassion fatigue
Grief, loss, or trauma
Eating disorders, OCD, ADHD
Life transitions (divorce, illness, career stress)
Support the People
Who Care for Your Pets
Veterinary professionals give everything to care for others — often at the cost of their own mental health.
Your support helps us provide confidential help, recovery resources, and peer support to the people behind the scrubs.
Ways to Support:
Make a Donation
Help cover the cost of resources, counseling, and outreach.
Spread the Word
– Share our program with veterinary clinics, staff, and students.
Partner With Us
Are you part of a clinic, school, or business? Let’s work together.