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Mental Health Facilities in Pittsburgh, PA

This is a directory listing of mental health centers in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding area. Find mental health treatment for teenagers, men, women, adolescents, seniors, veterans and more. Mental health facilities in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania can help patients treat anxiety, depression, Bipolar Disorder, schizophrenia, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, eating disorders, substance use disorders, dual diagnosis and other issues.

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Watson Institute Friendship Academy

Watson Institute Friendship Academy is a mental health treatment center in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 255 South Negley Avenue, 15206 zip code area. Watson Institute Friendship Academy provides partial hospitalization/day treatment and outpatient treatment. Watson Institute Friendship Academy offers individual psychotherapy, psychotropic medication and couples/family therapy to children / adolescents and young adults. Watson Institute Friendship Academy also supports children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. Additional services at Watson Institute Friendship Academy consist of education services.

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Wesley Family Services Mental Health Outpatient

Wesley Family Services Mental Health Outpatient is a mental health clinic in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 221 Penn Avenue, 15221. Wesley Family Services Mental Health Outpatient offers outpatient treatment. Wesley Family Services Mental Health Outpatient provides group therapy, psychotropic medication and behavior modification to children / adolescents, seniors 65 or older and young adults. Wesley Family Services Mental Health Outpatient also supports people with trauma, people with serious mental illness and people with PTSD. Some other services provided by Wesley Family Services Mental Health Outpatient include court-ordered outpatient treatment, psychosocial rehabilitation services and family psychoeducation.

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Pressley Ridge Family Based Mental Health Services

Pressley Ridge Family Based Mental Health Services is a mental health facility in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 2611 Stayton Street, in the 15212 zip code. Pressley Ridge Family Based Mental Health Services provides outpatient treatment. Pressley Ridge Family Based Mental Health Services provides cognitive behavioral therapy, behavior modification and individual psychotherapy to children / adolescents. Pressley Ridge Family Based Mental Health Services also supports children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. Some other services available at Pressley Ridge Family Based Mental Health Services include intensive case management, therapeutic foster care and case management.

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Mercy Behavioral Health

Mercy Behavioral Health is one of mental health facilities in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 1200 Reedsdale Street, 15233 zip code. Mercy Behavioral Health provides outpatient treatment, partial hospitalization/day treatment and telemedicine/telehealth. Mercy Behavioral Health provides psychotropic medication, couples/family therapy and trauma therapy to children / adolescents, young adults and adults. Mercy Behavioral Health also supports people with trauma, LGBT and active duty military. Additional services provided at Mercy Behavioral Health include integrated primary care services, mentoring/peer support/consumer-run services and diet and exercise counseling.

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Step By Step Support

Step By Step Support is a mental health clinic in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 20 Bailey Avenue, 15211 zip code area. Step By Step Support provides outpatient treatment. Step By Step Support offers individual psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and behavior modification to young adults, adults and seniors 65 or older. Step By Step Support also supports people with HIV or AIDS, military families and veterans. Additional services offered at Step By Step Support include court-ordered outpatient treatment, case management and family psychoeducation.

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Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital is a mental health treatment clinic in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 1011 Bingham Street, in the 15203 zip code. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital provides outpatient treatment and partial hospitalization/day treatment. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital provides dialectical behavior therapy, behavior modification and cognitive behavioral therapy to adults, young adults and children / adolescents. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital also supports children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. Additional services provided by Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital consist of supported employment, family psychoeducation and suicide prevention services.

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Wesley Family Services School Based Outpatient

Wesley Family Services School Based Outpatient is a mental health facility in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 5250 Caste Drive, 15236 zip code area. Wesley Family Services School Based Outpatient provides outpatient treatment and partial hospitalization/day treatment. Wesley Family Services School Based Outpatient provides behavior modification, trauma therapy and psychotropic medication to young adults and children / adolescents. Wesley Family Services School Based Outpatient also supports people with PTSD, transitional age young adults and children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. Additional services offered by Wesley Family Services School Based Outpatient consist of suicide prevention services, vocational rehabilitation services and family psychoeducation.

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Mercy Behavioral Health Outpatient Services

Mercy Behavioral Health Outpatient Services is a mental health treatment center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 330 South 9th Street, part of the 15203 zip code. Mercy Behavioral Health Outpatient Services provides partial hospitalization/day treatment and outpatient treatment. Mercy Behavioral Health Outpatient Services also offers group therapy, integrated dual diagnosis disorder treatment and couples/family therapy to young adults, adults and seniors 65 or older. Mercy Behavioral Health Outpatient Services supports veterans, military families and people with trauma. Mercy Behavioral Health Outpatient Services also provides supported employment, mentoring/peer support/consumer-run services and psychosocial rehabilitation services.

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Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic is a mental health clinic in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 1835 Centre Avenue, in the 15213 zip code. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic provides outpatient treatment. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic offers trauma therapy, behavior modification and psychotropic medication to children / adolescents. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic also supports people with trauma and children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. More services at Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic include family psychoeducation.

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Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic

Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic is a mental health center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 300 Halket Street, Magee Womens Hospital, 15213 zip code. Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic provides outpatient treatment. Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic offers psychotropic medication, behavior modification and individual psychotherapy to young adults, seniors 65 or older and adults. More services available at Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic include suicide prevention services, chronic disease/illness management and family psychoeducation.

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Wesley Family Services Acute Partial Hospital Program

Wesley Family Services Acute Partial Hospital Program is a mental health treatment center in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 243 Johnston Road, 15241 zip code area. Wesley Family Services Acute Partial Hospital Program provides partial hospitalization/day treatment and outpatient treatment. Wesley Family Services Acute Partial Hospital Program offers cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and trauma therapy to children / adolescents. Wesley Family Services Acute Partial Hospital Program also supports people with PTSD, children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance and people with trauma. Additional services at Wesley Family Services Acute Partial Hospital Program consist of education services and family psychoeducation.

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Wesley Family Services Allegheny Outpatient Services

Wesley Family Services Allegheny Outpatient Services is a mental health clinic in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 221 Penn Avenue, 15221. Wesley Family Services Allegheny Outpatient Services offers outpatient treatment. Wesley Family Services Allegheny Outpatient Services provides psychotropic medication, dialectical behavior therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to young adults, adults and children / adolescents. Wesley Family Services Allegheny Outpatient Services also supports people with PTSD and people with trauma. Some other services provided by Wesley Family Services Allegheny Outpatient Services include court-ordered outpatient treatment and therapeutic foster care.

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Wesley Family Services School Based Outpatient

Wesley Family Services School Based Outpatient is a mental health facility in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 243 Johnston Road, in the 15241 zip code. Wesley Family Services School Based Outpatient provides outpatient treatment and partial hospitalization/day treatment. Wesley Family Services School Based Outpatient provides individual psychotherapy, dialectical behavior therapy and psychotropic medication to children / adolescents and young adults. Wesley Family Services School Based Outpatient also supports transitional age young adults, children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance and people with PTSD. Some other services available at Wesley Family Services School Based Outpatient include family psychoeducation, suicide prevention services and education services.

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Pace School

Pace School is one of mental health facilities in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 2432 Greensburg Pike, 15221 zip code. Pace School provides partial hospitalization/day treatment. Pace School provides individual psychotherapy, behavior modification and dialectical behavior therapy to children / adolescents and young adults. Pace School also supports children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. Additional services provided at Pace School include education services and family psychoeducation.

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Merakey

Merakey is a mental health clinic in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 665 Rodi Road, 2nd Floor, 15235 zip code area. Merakey provides outpatient treatment. Merakey offers behavior modification, dialectical behavior therapy and individual psychotherapy to seniors 65 or older, adults and young adults. Merakey also supports people requiring dual diagnosis treatment and people with serious mental illness. Additional services offered at Merakey include family psychoeducation, case management and vocational rehabilitation services.

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Milestone Centers Inc

Milestone Centers Inc is a mental health treatment clinic in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 712 South Avenue, in the 15221 zip code. Milestone Centers Inc provides outpatient treatment. Milestone Centers Inc provides couples/family therapy, psychotropic medication and group therapy to seniors 65 or older, young adults and children / adolescents. Additional services provided by Milestone Centers Inc consist of integrated primary care services, case management and education services.

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Wesley Family Services Family Based

Wesley Family Services Family Based is a mental health facility in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 221 Penn Avenue, 15221 zip code area. Wesley Family Services Family Based provides outpatient treatment. Wesley Family Services Family Based provides behavior modification, psychotropic medication and couples/family therapy to seniors 65 or older, children / adolescents and young adults. Additional services offered by Wesley Family Services Family Based consist of family psychoeducation and psychosocial rehabilitation services.

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Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital is a mental health treatment center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 3811 Ohara Street, part of the 15213 zip code. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital provides hospital inpatient treatment, outpatient treatment and partial hospitalization/day treatment. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital also offers cognitive behavioral therapy, activity therapy and group therapy to children / adolescents, young adults and adults. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital supports patients with eating disorders, seniors or older adults and children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital also provides education services, illness management and recovery and family psychoeducation.

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Mercy Behavioral Health East Commons Center/north

Mercy Behavioral Health East Commons Center/north is a mental health clinic in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 412 East Commons, in the 15212 zip code. Mercy Behavioral Health East Commons Center/north provides outpatient treatment. Mercy Behavioral Health East Commons Center/north offers integrated dual diagnosis disorder treatment, group therapy and behavior modification to young adults, adults and seniors 65 or older. Mercy Behavioral Health East Commons Center/north also supports people with serious mental illness, people with HIV or AIDS and people with trauma. More services at Mercy Behavioral Health East Commons Center/north include integrated primary care services, education services and psychosocial rehabilitation services.

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Glade Run Lutheran Services

Glade Run Lutheran Services is a mental health center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 5648 Friendship Avenue, 2nd Floor, 15206 zip code. Glade Run Lutheran Services provides outpatient treatment. Glade Run Lutheran Services offers psychotropic medication to young adults, children / adolescents and adults. More services available at Glade Run Lutheran Services include suicide prevention services.

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Wesley Family Services Ctt

Wesley Family Services Ctt is a mental health treatment center in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 221 Penn Avenue, 15221 zip code area. Wesley Family Services Ctt provides outpatient treatment. Wesley Family Services Ctt offers group therapy, individual psychotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to children / adolescents, young adults and seniors 65 or older. Additional services at Wesley Family Services Ctt consist of family psychoeducation, vocational rehabilitation services and assertive community treatment.

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Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic is a mental health clinic in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 3501 Forbes Avenue, 15213. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic offers partial hospitalization/day treatment and outpatient treatment. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic provides couples/family therapy, group therapy and integrated dual diagnosis disorder treatment to children / adolescents, adults and seniors 65 or older. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic also supports people requiring dual diagnosis treatment and people with serious mental illness. Some other services provided by Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic include illness management and recovery, chronic disease/illness management and case management.

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Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic is a mental health facility in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 100 North Bellefield Avenue, in the 15213 zip code. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic provides telemedicine/telehealth, partial hospitalization/day treatment and outpatient treatment. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic provides couples/family therapy, behavior modification and cognitive behavioral therapy to seniors 65 or older, young adults and children / adolescents. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic also supports transitional age young adults, children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance and seniors or older adults. Some other services available at Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic include family psychoeducation, illness management and recovery and chronic disease/illness management.

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Family Resources

Family Resources is one of mental health facilities in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 1425 Forbes Avenue, 5th Floor Suites, 15219 zip code. Family Resources provides outpatient treatment. Family Resources provides dialectical behavior therapy, couples/family therapy and behavior modification to adults, seniors 65 or older and children / adolescents. Family Resources also supports children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. Additional services provided at Family Resources include family psychoeducation, case management and education services.

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Southwood Psychiatric Hospital Inc Acute Care Hospitalization

Southwood Psychiatric Hospital Inc Acute Care Hospitalization is a mental health clinic in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 2575 Boyce Plaza Road, 15241 zip code area. Southwood Psychiatric Hospital Inc Acute Care Hospitalization provides hospital inpatient treatment. Southwood Psychiatric Hospital Inc Acute Care Hospitalization offers activity therapy, psychotropic medication and dialectical behavior therapy to children / adolescents. Southwood Psychiatric Hospital Inc Acute Care Hospitalization also supports children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. Additional services offered at Southwood Psychiatric Hospital Inc Acute Care Hospitalization include suicide prevention services, case management and family psychoeducation.

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Allegheny Health Network Department Of Psychiatry

Allegheny Health Network Department Of Psychiatry is a mental health treatment clinic in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 4 Allegheny Center, Floor 8, in the 15212 zip code. Allegheny Health Network Department Of Psychiatry provides telemedicine/telehealth, outpatient treatment and partial hospitalization/day treatment. Allegheny Health Network Department Of Psychiatry provides cognitive behavioral therapy, psychotropic medication and behavior modification to children / adolescents, adults and seniors 65 or older. Allegheny Health Network Department Of Psychiatry also supports people with PTSD. Additional services provided by Allegheny Health Network Department Of Psychiatry consist of family psychoeducation, diet and exercise counseling and court-ordered outpatient treatment.

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Wesley Family Services Child Partial

Wesley Family Services Child Partial is a mental health facility in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 5240 Caste Drive, 15236 zip code area. Wesley Family Services Child Partial provides partial hospitalization/day treatment and outpatient treatment. Wesley Family Services Child Partial provides behavior modification, couples/family therapy and trauma therapy to children / adolescents. Wesley Family Services Child Partial also supports people with trauma, people with PTSD and children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. Additional services offered by Wesley Family Services Child Partial consist of family psychoeducation and education services.

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Plea

Plea is a mental health treatment center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 733 South Avenue, part of the 15221 zip code. Plea provides partial hospitalization/day treatment. Plea also offers activity therapy, behavior modification and trauma therapy to children / adolescents, young adults and seniors 65 or older. Plea supports LGBT, veterans and children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. Plea also provides mentoring/peer support/consumer-run services, psychosocial rehabilitation services and education services.

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Holy Family Institute

Holy Family Institute is a mental health clinic in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 8235 Ohio River Boulevard, in the 15202 zip code. Holy Family Institute provides outpatient treatment. Holy Family Institute offers group therapy, psychotropic medication and integrated dual diagnosis disorder treatment to children / adolescents, young adults and adults. More services at Holy Family Institute include family psychoeducation, education services and court-ordered outpatient treatment.

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Bradley Center

Bradley Center is a mental health center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 5180 Campbells Run Road, 15205 zip code. Bradley Center provides telemedicine/telehealth and residential treatment. Bradley Center offers psychotropic medication, couples/family therapy and behavior modification to children / adolescents. Bradley Center also supports people with trauma. More services available at Bradley Center include case management, education services and family psychoeducation.

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Lifecare Behavioral Health Hospital

Lifecare Behavioral Health Hospital is a mental health treatment center in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 225 Penn Avenue, 15221 zip code area. Lifecare Behavioral Health Hospital provides hospital inpatient treatment. Lifecare Behavioral Health Hospital offers individual psychotherapy, behavior modification and cognitive behavioral therapy to adults, young adults and seniors 65 or older. Additional services at Lifecare Behavioral Health Hospital consist of case management and family psychoeducation.

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Persad Center

Persad Center is a mental health clinic in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 5301 Butler Street, Suite 100, 15201. Persad Center offers outpatient treatment. Persad Center provides trauma therapy, individual psychotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to seniors 65 or older, children / adolescents and young adults. Persad Center also supports seniors or older adults, LGBT and people with PTSD. Some other services provided by Persad Center include family psychoeducation, suicide prevention services and court-ordered outpatient treatment.

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Familylinks

Familylinks is a mental health facility in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 2644 Banksville Road, in the 15216 zip code. Familylinks provides outpatient treatment and partial hospitalization/day treatment. Familylinks provides trauma therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to seniors 65 or older, young adults and adults. Familylinks also supports children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. Some other services available at Familylinks include education services and family psychoeducation.

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Childrens Institute Of Pittburgh

Childrens Institute Of Pittburgh is one of mental health facilities in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 1405 Shady Avenue, 15217 zip code. Childrens Institute Of Pittburgh provides outpatient treatment. Childrens Institute Of Pittburgh provides couples/family therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and group therapy to young adults and children / adolescents. Childrens Institute Of Pittburgh also supports children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance, people with traumatic brain injury and transitional age young adults. Additional services provided at Childrens Institute Of Pittburgh include education services, diet and exercise counseling and family psychoeducation.

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Milestone Centers Inc Penn Center Office

Milestone Centers Inc Penn Center Office is a mental health clinic in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 777 Penn Center Boulevard, Building 7, 2nd Floor, 15235 zip code area. Milestone Centers Inc Penn Center Office provides outpatient treatment. Milestone Centers Inc Penn Center Office offers trauma therapy, integrated dual diagnosis disorder treatment and couples/family therapy to seniors 65 or older, young adults and children / adolescents. Additional services offered at Milestone Centers Inc Penn Center Office include therapeutic foster care, intensive case management and case management.

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Pittsburgh Pastoral Institute

Pittsburgh Pastoral Institute is a mental health treatment clinic in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 6324 Marchand Street, in the 15206 zip code. Pittsburgh Pastoral Institute provides outpatient treatment. Pittsburgh Pastoral Institute provides dialectical behavior therapy, couples/family therapy and trauma therapy to children / adolescents, young adults and seniors 65 or older. Additional services provided by Pittsburgh Pastoral Institute consist of education services and family psychoeducation.

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Pressley Ridge Family Counseling Center

Pressley Ridge Family Counseling Center is a mental health facility in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 530 Marshall Avenue, 15214 zip code area. Pressley Ridge Family Counseling Center provides outpatient treatment. Pressley Ridge Family Counseling Center provides group therapy, individual psychotherapy and psychotropic medication to seniors 65 or older, young adults and children / adolescents. Pressley Ridge Family Counseling Center also supports people with serious mental illness, LGBT and people requiring dual diagnosis treatment. Additional services offered by Pressley Ridge Family Counseling Center consist of court-ordered outpatient treatment and family psychoeducation.

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Allegheny Childrens Initiative

Allegheny Childrens Initiative is a mental health treatment center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 2304 Jane Street, part of the 15203 zip code. Allegheny Childrens Initiative provides outpatient treatment. Allegheny Childrens Initiative also offers couples/family therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and individual psychotherapy to young adults and children / adolescents. Allegheny Childrens Initiative supports children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. Allegheny Childrens Initiative also provides case management and family psychoeducation.

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Every Child Inc

Every Child Inc is a mental health clinic in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 1425 Forbes Avenue, Suite 300, in the 15219 zip code. Every Child Inc provides outpatient treatment. Every Child Inc offers trauma therapy and couples/family therapy to children / adolescents, adults and seniors 65 or older. Every Child Inc also supports people with serious mental illness and children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. More services at Every Child Inc include case management and family psychoeducation.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mental Health Treatment in Pittsburgh, PA

Does Pennsylvania offer free mental health services?

Yes, Pennsylvania offers free mental health services through various state-funded programs, community health centers, and non-profit organizations. These services may include counseling, therapy, support groups, and medication management.

What are the four types of mental health services in Pittsburgh, PA?

The four types of mental health services in Pittsburgh, PA, typically include: counseling and therapy sessions with licensed mental health professionals, psychiatric services for diagnosis and medication management, support groups for individuals dealing with similar mental health issues, and outpatient and inpatient treatment programs for various mental health disorders.

How do you deal with a mentally unstable family member in Pittsburgh, PA?

Dealing with a mentally unstable family member in Pittsburgh, PA, involves several steps: encourage them to seek professional help from mental health specialists, provide emotional support and understanding while maintaining boundaries, explore local resources such as support groups or family therapy sessions, ensure safety measures are in place to prevent harm to themselves or others, and stay informed about their condition and treatment options available in the area.

What are the main sources of support for individuals dealing with mental health issues in Pittsburgh, PA?

The main sources of support for individuals dealing with mental health issues in Pittsburgh, PA, include: local community mental health centers offering counseling and therapy services, non-profit organizations providing support groups and educational resources, psychiatrists and psychologists specializing in various mental health disorders, online resources and helplines providing immediate assistance and information, and peer support groups and advocacy organizations promoting mental health awareness.

How long can a mental health hospital keep you in Pennsylvania?

The duration of stay in a mental health hospital in Pennsylvania varies depending on several factors, including the individual's condition, treatment plan, and legal considerations. Involuntary hospitalization may have specific time limits defined by state laws, typically ranging from 72 hours to several weeks. Voluntary admissions might allow for longer stays if deemed necessary for proper treatment and stabilization. Ultimately, the length of stay is determined by the treating medical professionals based on the individual's progress and safety.

What are the main types of treatments for most mental health disorders in Pittsburgh, PA?

The main types of treatments for most mental health disorders in Pittsburgh, PA, include counseling and therapy sessions, medication management by psychiatrists, hospitalization in cases of severe symptoms or crises, and supportive services like case management, vocational rehabilitation, and peer support groups.

What are the warning signs of poor mental health in Pittsburgh, PA?

Warning signs of poor mental health in Pittsburgh, PA, may include feelings of sadness, hopelessness, or frequent mood swings, withdrawal from social activities and relationships, changes in appetite, sleep patterns, or energy levels, difficulty concentrating or making decisions, and engaging in risky behaviors or substance abuse.

How do you get someone admitted to a mental health facility in Pittsburgh, PA?

To get someone admitted to a mental health facility in Pittsburgh, PA, contact the facility directly or through a mental health crisis hotline, provide information about the individual's symptoms, behaviors, and any immediate risks, follow the facility's admission process, which may involve evaluations by mental health professionals, and if necessary, coordinate with emergency services for involuntary admission under the state's mental health laws.

What drugs are used to treat mentally ill individuals in Pittsburgh, PA?

Several drugs are commonly used to treat mentally ill individuals in Pittsburgh, PA, including antidepressants such as SSRIs, SNRIs, and tricyclic antidepressants, mood stabilizers like lithium or anticonvulsants, antipsychotic medications for managing symptoms of psychosis or severe mood disorders, anti-anxiety medications such as benzodiazepines or buspirone, and stimulants for conditions like ADHD, such as methylphenidate or amphetamine salts.

What are considered serious mental illnesses in Pennsylvania?

Serious mental illnesses in Pennsylvania typically include conditions that significantly impact daily functioning and require ongoing treatment, such as schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders, bipolar disorder characterized by extreme mood swings and manic episodes, severe depression or major depressive disorder, severe anxiety disorders like panic disorder or obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) resulting from traumatic experiences.