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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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Mercy Behavioral Health East Commons Center/north

Mercy Behavioral Health East Commons Center/north is a mental health treatment center in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 412 East Commons, 15212 zip code area. Mercy Behavioral Health East Commons Center/north provides outpatient treatment. Mercy Behavioral Health East Commons Center/north offers trauma therapy, psychotropic medication and behavior modification to young adults, adults and seniors 65 or older. Mercy Behavioral Health East Commons Center/north also supports active duty military, military families and seniors or older adults. Additional services at Mercy Behavioral Health East Commons Center/north consist of diet and exercise counseling, mentoring/peer support/consumer-run services and intensive case management.

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Allegheny Health Network Department Of Psychiatry

Allegheny Health Network Department Of Psychiatry is a mental health clinic in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 4 Allegheny Center, Floor 8, 15212. Allegheny Health Network Department Of Psychiatry offers outpatient treatment, partial hospitalization/day treatment and telemedicine/telehealth. Allegheny Health Network Department Of Psychiatry provides integrated dual diagnosis disorder treatment, trauma therapy and group therapy to young adults, children / adolescents and seniors 65 or older. Allegheny Health Network Department Of Psychiatry also supports people with PTSD. Some other services provided by Allegheny Health Network Department Of Psychiatry include psychosocial rehabilitation services, diet and exercise counseling 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, in the 15221 zip code. Wesley Family Services Family Based provides outpatient treatment. Wesley Family Services Family Based provides psychotropic medication, behavior modification and couples/family therapy to adults, children / adolescents and young adults. Some other services available at Wesley Family Services Family Based include psychosocial rehabilitation services and family psychoeducation.

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Plea

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

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Pressley Ridge Family Counseling Center

Pressley Ridge Family Counseling Center is a mental health clinic 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 offers behavior modification, couples/family therapy and psychotropic medication to young adults, adults and children / adolescents. Pressley Ridge Family Counseling Center also supports people with trauma, transitional age young adults and people with serious mental illness. Additional services offered at Pressley Ridge Family Counseling Center include court-ordered outpatient treatment and family psychoeducation.

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Every Child Inc

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

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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 partial hospitalization/day treatment and outpatient treatment. Wesley Family Services School Based Outpatient provides individual psychotherapy, psychotropic medication and cognitive behavioral therapy 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 education services, vocational rehabilitation services and family psychoeducation.

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Familylinks

Familylinks is a mental health treatment center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 2644 Banksville Road, part of the 15216 zip code. Familylinks provides partial hospitalization/day treatment and outpatient treatment. Familylinks also offers trauma therapy, group therapy and psychotropic medication to children / adolescents, adults and seniors 65 or older. Familylinks supports children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. Familylinks also provides family psychoeducation 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, in the 15241 zip code. Southwood Psychiatric Hospital Inc Acute Care Hospitalization provides hospital inpatient treatment. Southwood Psychiatric Hospital Inc Acute Care Hospitalization offers dialectical behavior therapy, group therapy and couples/family therapy to children / adolescents. Southwood Psychiatric Hospital Inc Acute Care Hospitalization also supports children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. More services at Southwood Psychiatric Hospital Inc Acute Care Hospitalization include case management, suicide prevention services and family psychoeducation.

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Wesley Family Services Ctt

Wesley Family Services Ctt is a mental health center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 221 Penn Avenue, 15221 zip code. Wesley Family Services Ctt provides outpatient treatment. Wesley Family Services Ctt offers individual psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and couples/family therapy to young adults, seniors 65 or older and children / adolescents. More services available at Wesley Family Services Ctt include intensive case management, psychosocial rehabilitation services and family psychoeducation.

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Pace School

Pace School is a mental health treatment center in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 2432 Greensburg Pike, 15221 zip code area. Pace School provides partial hospitalization/day treatment. Pace School offers cognitive behavioral therapy, individual psychotherapy and group therapy to children / adolescents and young adults. Pace School also supports children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. Additional services at Pace School consist of family psychoeducation and education services.

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Holy Family Institute

Holy Family Institute is a mental health clinic in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 8235 Ohio River Boulevard, 15202. Holy Family Institute offers outpatient treatment. Holy Family Institute provides trauma therapy, activity therapy and behavior modification to young adults, adults and children / adolescents. Some other services provided by Holy Family Institute include court-ordered outpatient treatment, education services and family psychoeducation.

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Wesley Family Services Mental Health Outpatient

Wesley Family Services Mental Health Outpatient is a mental health facility in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 221 Penn Avenue, in the 15221 zip code. Wesley Family Services Mental Health Outpatient provides outpatient treatment. Wesley Family Services Mental Health Outpatient provides psychotropic medication, trauma therapy and group therapy to seniors 65 or older, adults and young adults. Wesley Family Services Mental Health Outpatient also supports people with PTSD, people with trauma and people with serious mental illness. Some other services available at Wesley Family Services Mental Health Outpatient include family psychoeducation, court-ordered outpatient treatment 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 one of mental health facilities in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 3501 Forbes Avenue, 15213 zip code. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic provides outpatient treatment and partial hospitalization/day treatment. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic provides integrated dual diagnosis disorder treatment, couples/family therapy and dialectical behavior therapy to children / adolescents, adults and young adults. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic also supports people requiring dual diagnosis treatment and people with serious mental illness. Additional services provided at Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic include illness management and recovery, psychosocial rehabilitation services and suicide prevention services.

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Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital

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

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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 group therapy, couples/family therapy and dialectical behavior therapy to seniors 65 or older, young adults and adults. Additional services provided by Pittsburgh Pastoral Institute consist of education services and family psychoeducation.

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Mercy Behavioral Health

Mercy Behavioral Health is a mental health facility in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 1200 Reedsdale Street, 15233 zip code area. Mercy Behavioral Health provides outpatient treatment, partial hospitalization/day treatment and telemedicine/telehealth. Mercy Behavioral Health provides group therapy, couples/family therapy and individual psychotherapy to children / adolescents, young adults and adults. Mercy Behavioral Health also supports clients referred from the court/judicial system, transitional age young adults and seniors or older adults. Additional services offered by Mercy Behavioral Health consist of intensive case management, assertive community treatment and education services.

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Step By Step Support

Step By Step Support is a mental health treatment center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 20 Bailey Avenue, part of the 15211 zip code. Step By Step Support provides outpatient treatment. Step By Step Support also offers integrated dual diagnosis disorder treatment, cognitive behavioral therapy and couples/family therapy to young adults, children / adolescents and seniors 65 or older. Step By Step Support supports veterans, LGBT and people requiring dual diagnosis treatment. Step By Step Support also provides psychosocial rehabilitation services, diet and exercise counseling and family psychoeducation.

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Allegheny Childrens Initiative

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

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Wesley Family Services Child Partial

Wesley Family Services Child Partial is a mental health center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 5240 Caste Drive, 15236 zip code. Wesley Family Services Child Partial provides outpatient treatment and partial hospitalization/day treatment. Wesley Family Services Child Partial offers behavior modification, couples/family therapy and individual psychotherapy to children / adolescents. Wesley Family Services Child Partial also supports people with PTSD, patients with eating disorders and people with trauma. More services available at Wesley Family Services Child Partial include education services and family psychoeducation.

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Family Resources

Family Resources is a mental health treatment center in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 1425 Forbes Avenue, 5th Floor Suites, 15219 zip code area. Family Resources provides outpatient treatment. Family Resources offers couples/family therapy, integrated dual diagnosis disorder treatment and individual psychotherapy to adults, seniors 65 or older and young adults. Family Resources also supports children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. Additional services at Family Resources consist of court-ordered outpatient treatment, education services and family psychoeducation.

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Bradley Center

Bradley Center is a mental health clinic in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 5180 Campbells Run Road, 15205. Bradley Center offers residential treatment and telemedicine/telehealth. Bradley Center provides cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and trauma therapy to children / adolescents. Bradley Center also supports people with trauma. Some other services provided by Bradley Center include family psychoeducation, education services and case management.

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Persad Center

Persad Center is a mental health facility in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 5301 Butler Street, Suite 100, in the 15201 zip code. Persad Center provides outpatient treatment. Persad Center provides psychotropic medication, behavior modification and cognitive behavioral therapy to adults, seniors 65 or older and children / adolescents. Persad Center also supports people with HIV or AIDS, seniors or older adults and people with PTSD. Some other services available at Persad Center include court-ordered outpatient treatment, family psychoeducation and suicide prevention services.

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Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital is one of mental health facilities in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 3811 Ohara Street, 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 provides activity therapy, electroconvulsive therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to seniors 65 or older, young adults and adults. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital also supports children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance, people with Alzheimer's or dementia and patients with eating disorders. Additional services provided at Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital include illness management and recovery, education services and diet and exercise counseling.

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Glade Run Lutheran Services

Glade Run Lutheran Services is a mental health clinic in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 5648 Friendship Avenue, 2nd Floor, 15206 zip code area. Glade Run Lutheran Services provides outpatient treatment. Glade Run Lutheran Services offers psychotropic medication to adults, children / adolescents and young adults. Additional services offered at Glade Run Lutheran Services include suicide prevention 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 trauma therapy, psychotropic medication and couples/family therapy to adults, children / adolescents and young adults. Additional services provided by Milestone Centers Inc consist of intensive case management, case management and education services.

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Watson Institute Friendship Academy

Watson Institute Friendship Academy is a mental health facility 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 provides psychotropic medication, cognitive behavioral therapy and activity therapy to children / adolescents and young adults. Watson Institute Friendship Academy also supports children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. Additional services offered by Watson Institute Friendship Academy consist of education 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 treatment center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 1835 Centre Avenue, part of the 15213 zip code. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic provides outpatient treatment. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic also offers psychotropic medication, trauma therapy and behavior modification to children / adolescents. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic supports children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance and people with trauma. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic also provides family psychoeducation.

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Childrens Institute Of Pittburgh

Childrens Institute Of Pittburgh is a mental health clinic in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 1405 Shady Avenue, in the 15217 zip code. Childrens Institute Of Pittburgh provides outpatient treatment. Childrens Institute Of Pittburgh offers couples/family therapy, individual psychotherapy and activity therapy to young adults and children / adolescents. Childrens Institute Of Pittburgh also supports people with trauma, transitional age young adults and children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. More services at Childrens Institute Of Pittburgh include family psychoeducation, diet and exercise counseling and education services.

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Merakey

Merakey is a mental health center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 665 Rodi Road, 2nd Floor, 15235 zip code. Merakey provides outpatient treatment. Merakey offers individual psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and psychotropic medication to adults, seniors 65 or older and young adults. Merakey also supports people requiring dual diagnosis treatment and people with serious mental illness. More services available at Merakey include assertive community treatment, supported employment and mentoring/peer support/consumer-run services.

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Wesley Family Services Allegheny Outpatient Services

Wesley Family Services Allegheny Outpatient Services is a mental health treatment center in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 221 Penn Avenue, 15221 zip code area. Wesley Family Services Allegheny Outpatient Services provides outpatient treatment. Wesley Family Services Allegheny Outpatient Services offers dialectical behavior therapy, behavior modification and couples/family therapy to seniors 65 or older, young adults and adults. Wesley Family Services Allegheny Outpatient Services also supports people with trauma and people with PTSD. Additional services at Wesley Family Services Allegheny Outpatient Services consist of therapeutic foster care and court-ordered outpatient treatment.

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Lifecare Behavioral Health Hospital

Lifecare Behavioral Health Hospital is a mental health clinic in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 225 Penn Avenue, 15221. Lifecare Behavioral Health Hospital offers hospital inpatient treatment. Lifecare Behavioral Health Hospital provides cognitive behavioral therapy, activity therapy and individual psychotherapy to seniors 65 or older, adults and young adults. Some other services provided by Lifecare Behavioral Health Hospital include case management and family psychoeducation.

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Milestone Centers Inc Penn Center Office

Milestone Centers Inc Penn Center Office is a mental health facility in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 777 Penn Center Boulevard, Building 7, 2nd Floor, in the 15235 zip code. Milestone Centers Inc Penn Center Office provides outpatient treatment. Milestone Centers Inc Penn Center Office provides trauma therapy, psychotropic medication and integrated dual diagnosis disorder treatment to children / adolescents, seniors 65 or older and adults. Some other services available at Milestone Centers Inc Penn Center Office include case management, therapeutic foster care and intensive case management.

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Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic is one of mental health facilities in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 100 North Bellefield Avenue, 15213 zip code. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic provides partial hospitalization/day treatment, outpatient treatment and telemedicine/telehealth. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic provides psychotropic medication, individual psychotherapy and group therapy to young adults, children / adolescents and adults. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic also supports seniors or older adults, transitional age young adults and children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. Additional services provided at Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic include illness management and recovery, case management and chronic disease/illness management.

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Wesley Family Services School Based Outpatient

Wesley Family Services School Based Outpatient is a mental health clinic in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 243 Johnston Road, 15241 zip code area. Wesley Family Services School Based Outpatient provides outpatient treatment and partial hospitalization/day treatment. Wesley Family Services School Based Outpatient offers trauma therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and group therapy to children / adolescents and young adults. Wesley Family Services School Based Outpatient also supports children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance, transitional age young adults and people with PTSD. Additional services offered at Wesley Family Services School Based Outpatient include vocational rehabilitation services, suicide prevention services and family psychoeducation.

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Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic

Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic is a mental health treatment clinic in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 300 Halket Street, Magee Womens Hospital, in the 15213 zip code. Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic provides outpatient treatment. Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic provides individual psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and psychotropic medication to young adults, seniors 65 or older and adults. Additional services provided by Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic consist of diet and exercise counseling, illness management and recovery 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, 15212 zip code area. 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. Additional services offered by Pressley Ridge Family Based Mental Health Services consist of intensive case management, family psychoeducation and therapeutic foster care.

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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, Pennsylvania, located at 243 Johnston Road, part of the 15241 zip code. Wesley Family Services Acute Partial Hospital Program provides outpatient treatment and partial hospitalization/day treatment. Wesley Family Services Acute Partial Hospital Program also offers group therapy, individual psychotherapy and behavior modification to children / adolescents. Wesley Family Services Acute Partial Hospital Program supports people with PTSD, patients with eating disorders and people with trauma. Wesley Family Services Acute Partial Hospital Program also provides education services and family psychoeducation.

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Mercy Behavioral Health Outpatient Services

Mercy Behavioral Health Outpatient Services is a mental health clinic in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 330 South 9th Street, in the 15203 zip code. Mercy Behavioral Health Outpatient Services provides partial hospitalization/day treatment and outpatient treatment. Mercy Behavioral Health Outpatient Services offers behavior modification, individual psychotherapy and trauma therapy to adults, seniors 65 or older and young adults. Mercy Behavioral Health Outpatient Services also supports people with serious mental illness, people with HIV or AIDS and transitional age young adults. More services at Mercy Behavioral Health Outpatient Services include psychosocial rehabilitation services, education services and housing services.

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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.