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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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Milestone Centers Inc Penn Center Office

Milestone Centers Inc Penn Center Office is a mental health treatment center 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, couples/family therapy and psychotropic medication to seniors 65 or older, young adults and adults. Additional services at Milestone Centers Inc Penn Center Office consist of case management, therapeutic foster care and intensive case management.

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 outpatient treatment and partial hospitalization/day treatment. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic provides integrated dual diagnosis disorder treatment, behavior modification and psychotropic medication to young adults, children / adolescents and adults. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic also supports people with serious mental illness and people requiring dual diagnosis treatment. Some other services provided by Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic include psychosocial rehabilitation services, illness management and recovery and case management.

Pace School

Pace School is a mental health facility in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 2432 Greensburg Pike, in the 15221 zip code. Pace School provides partial hospitalization/day treatment. Pace School provides cognitive behavioral therapy, behavior modification and trauma therapy to young adults and children / adolescents. Pace School also supports children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. Some other services available at Pace School include education services and family psychoeducation.

Wesley Family Services Family Based

Wesley Family Services Family Based is one of mental health facilities in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 221 Penn Avenue, 15221 zip code. Wesley Family Services Family Based provides outpatient treatment. Wesley Family Services Family Based provides couples/family therapy, psychotropic medication and behavior modification to young adults, children / adolescents and adults. Additional services provided at Wesley Family Services Family Based include psychosocial rehabilitation services and family psychoeducation.

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 behavior modification, psychotropic medication and individual psychotherapy to children / adolescents and young adults. Wesley Family Services School Based Outpatient also supports people with PTSD, children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance and transitional age young adults. Additional services offered at Wesley Family Services School Based Outpatient include suicide prevention services, education services and vocational rehabilitation services.

Watson Institute Friendship Academy

Watson Institute Friendship Academy is a mental health treatment clinic in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 255 South Negley Avenue, in the 15206 zip code. Watson Institute Friendship Academy provides partial hospitalization/day treatment and outpatient treatment. Watson Institute Friendship Academy provides activity therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and couples/family therapy to young adults and children / adolescents. Watson Institute Friendship Academy also supports children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. Additional services provided by Watson Institute Friendship Academy consist of education services.

Merakey

Merakey is a mental health facility in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 665 Rodi Road, 2nd Floor, 15235 zip code area. Merakey provides outpatient treatment. Merakey provides cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and integrated dual diagnosis disorder treatment to seniors 65 or older, adults and young adults. Merakey also supports people with serious mental illness and people requiring dual diagnosis treatment. Additional services offered by Merakey consist of case management, supported housing and diet and exercise counseling.

Pressley Ridge Family Counseling Center

Pressley Ridge Family Counseling Center is a mental health treatment center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 530 Marshall Avenue, part of the 15214 zip code. Pressley Ridge Family Counseling Center provides outpatient treatment. Pressley Ridge Family Counseling Center also offers individual psychotherapy, couples/family therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to children / adolescents, adults and seniors 65 or older. Pressley Ridge Family Counseling Center supports transitional age young adults, people requiring dual diagnosis treatment and people with PTSD. Pressley Ridge Family Counseling Center also provides family psychoeducation and court-ordered outpatient treatment.

Wesley Family Services Allegheny Outpatient Services

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

Mercy Behavioral Health Outpatient Services

Mercy Behavioral Health Outpatient Services is a mental health center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 330 South 9th Street, 15203 zip code. Mercy Behavioral Health Outpatient Services provides partial hospitalization/day treatment and outpatient treatment. Mercy Behavioral Health Outpatient Services offers group therapy, trauma therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to seniors 65 or older, adults and young adults. Mercy Behavioral Health Outpatient Services also supports seniors or older adults, transitional age young adults and clients referred from the court/judicial system. More services available at Mercy Behavioral Health Outpatient Services include housing services, integrated primary care services and vocational rehabilitation services.

Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic

Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic is a mental health treatment center in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 300 Halket Street, Magee Womens Hospital, 15213 zip code area. Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic provides outpatient treatment. Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic offers cognitive behavioral therapy, behavior modification and dialectical behavior therapy to young adults, adults and seniors 65 or older. Additional services at Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic consist of family psychoeducation, suicide prevention services and diet and exercise counseling.

Familylinks

Familylinks is a mental health clinic in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 2644 Banksville Road, 15216. Familylinks offers partial hospitalization/day treatment and outpatient treatment. Familylinks provides behavior modification, couples/family therapy and individual psychotherapy to seniors 65 or older, young adults and children / adolescents. Familylinks also supports children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. Some other services provided by Familylinks include family psychoeducation and education services.

Childrens Institute Of Pittburgh

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

Mercy Behavioral Health East Commons Center/north

Mercy Behavioral Health East Commons Center/north is one of mental health facilities in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 412 East Commons, 15212 zip code. Mercy Behavioral Health East Commons Center/north provides outpatient treatment. Mercy Behavioral Health East Commons Center/north provides cognitive behavioral therapy, group therapy and trauma therapy to seniors 65 or older, adults and young adults. Mercy Behavioral Health East Commons Center/north also supports people requiring dual diagnosis treatment, veterans and people with HIV or AIDS. Additional services provided at Mercy Behavioral Health East Commons Center/north include family psychoeducation, integrated primary care services and case management.

Lifecare Behavioral Health Hospital

Lifecare Behavioral Health Hospital is a mental health clinic 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 psychotropic medication, group therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to seniors 65 or older, adults and young adults. Additional services offered at Lifecare Behavioral Health Hospital include family psychoeducation and case management.

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic is a mental health treatment clinic in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 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 provides activity therapy, psychotropic medication and individual psychotherapy to children / adolescents. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic also supports people with trauma and children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. Additional services provided by Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic consist of family psychoeducation.

Plea

Plea is a mental health facility in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 733 South Avenue, 15221 zip code area. Plea provides partial hospitalization/day treatment. Plea provides trauma therapy, activity therapy and psychotropic medication to seniors 65 or older, children / adolescents and young adults. Plea also supports veterans, LGBT and people with serious mental illness. Additional services offered by Plea consist of psychosocial rehabilitation services, mentoring/peer support/consumer-run services and education services.

Pittsburgh Pastoral Institute

Pittsburgh Pastoral Institute is a mental health treatment center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 6324 Marchand Street, part of the 15206 zip code. Pittsburgh Pastoral Institute provides outpatient treatment. Pittsburgh Pastoral Institute also offers group therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma therapy to children / adolescents, seniors 65 or older and young adults. Pittsburgh Pastoral Institute also provides education services and family psychoeducation.

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital is a mental health clinic in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 3811 Ohara Street, in the 15213 zip code. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital provides hospital inpatient treatment, partial hospitalization/day treatment and outpatient treatment. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital offers psychotropic medication, couples/family therapy and activity therapy to children / adolescents, young adults and seniors 65 or older. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital also supports seniors or older adults, patients with eating disorders and transitional age young adults. More services at Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital include diet and exercise counseling, illness management and recovery and suicide prevention services.

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic is a mental health center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 100 North Bellefield Avenue, 15213 zip code. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic provides outpatient treatment, telemedicine/telehealth and partial hospitalization/day treatment. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic offers trauma therapy, group therapy and dialectical behavior therapy to adults, young adults and children / adolescents. 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. More services available at Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Inst And Clinic include suicide prevention services, illness management and recovery and case management.

Milestone Centers Inc

Milestone Centers Inc is a mental health treatment center in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 712 South Avenue, 15221 zip code area. Milestone Centers Inc provides outpatient treatment. Milestone Centers Inc offers trauma therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and couples/family therapy to young adults, children / adolescents and adults. Additional services at Milestone Centers Inc consist of integrated primary care services, intensive case management and education services.

Family Resources

Family Resources is a mental health clinic in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 1425 Forbes Avenue, 5th Floor Suites, 15219. Family Resources offers outpatient treatment. Family Resources provides behavior modification, cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma therapy to adults, young adults and children / adolescents. Family Resources also supports children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. Some other services provided by Family Resources include court-ordered outpatient treatment, education services and case management.

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital is a mental health facility in Pittsburgh, PA, 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 individual psychotherapy, trauma therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to adults, children / adolescents and young adults. Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital also supports children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. Some other services available at Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside Western Psychiatric Hospital include supported employment, family psychoeducation and suicide prevention services.

Pressley Ridge Family Based Mental Health Services

Pressley Ridge Family Based Mental Health Services is one of mental health facilities in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 2611 Stayton Street, 15212 zip code. Pressley Ridge Family Based Mental Health Services provides outpatient treatment. Pressley Ridge Family Based Mental Health Services provides couples/family 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 provided at Pressley Ridge Family Based Mental Health Services include family psychoeducation, therapeutic foster care and case management.

Bradley Center

Bradley Center is a mental health clinic in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 5180 Campbells Run Road, 15205 zip code area. Bradley Center provides residential treatment and telemedicine/telehealth. Bradley Center offers trauma therapy, individual psychotherapy and psychotropic medication to children / adolescents. Bradley Center also supports people with trauma. Additional services offered at Bradley Center include family psychoeducation, case management and education services.

Wesley Family Services Acute Partial Hospital Program

Wesley Family Services Acute Partial Hospital Program is a mental health treatment clinic in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 243 Johnston Road, in the 15241 zip code. Wesley Family Services Acute Partial Hospital Program provides partial hospitalization/day treatment and outpatient treatment. Wesley Family Services Acute Partial Hospital Program provides trauma therapy, individual psychotherapy and couples/family therapy to children / adolescents. Wesley Family Services Acute Partial Hospital Program also supports children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance, people with trauma and people with PTSD. Additional services provided by Wesley Family Services Acute Partial Hospital Program consist of education services and family psychoeducation.

Glade Run Lutheran Services

Glade Run Lutheran Services is a mental health facility 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 provides psychotropic medication to children / adolescents, young adults and adults. Additional services offered by Glade Run Lutheran Services consist of suicide prevention services.

Allegheny Health Network Department Of Psychiatry

Allegheny Health Network Department Of Psychiatry is a mental health treatment center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 4 Allegheny Center, Floor 8, part of the 15212 zip code. Allegheny Health Network Department Of Psychiatry provides partial hospitalization/day treatment, outpatient treatment and telemedicine/telehealth. Allegheny Health Network Department Of Psychiatry also offers dialectical behavior therapy, psychotropic medication and cognitive behavioral therapy to children / adolescents, seniors 65 or older and adults. Allegheny Health Network Department Of Psychiatry supports people with PTSD. Allegheny Health Network Department Of Psychiatry also provides education services, court-ordered outpatient treatment and psychosocial rehabilitation services.

Mercy Behavioral Health

Mercy Behavioral Health is a mental health clinic in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 1200 Reedsdale Street, in the 15233 zip code. Mercy Behavioral Health provides telemedicine/telehealth, partial hospitalization/day treatment and outpatient treatment. Mercy Behavioral Health offers integrated dual diagnosis disorder treatment, activity therapy and behavior modification to young adults, seniors 65 or older and adults. Mercy Behavioral Health also supports veterans, LGBT and transitional age young adults. More services at Mercy Behavioral Health include assertive community treatment, education services and supported employment.

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 psychotropic medication, couples/family therapy and individual psychotherapy to seniors 65 or older, children / adolescents and adults. More services available at Wesley Family Services Ctt include vocational rehabilitation services, psychosocial rehabilitation services and housing services.

Wesley Family Services Child Partial

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

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 integrated dual diagnosis disorder treatment, group therapy and activity therapy to seniors 65 or older, children / adolescents and adults. Some other services provided by Holy Family Institute include family psychoeducation, education services and court-ordered outpatient treatment.

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, in the 15236 zip code. Wesley Family Services School Based Outpatient provides partial hospitalization/day treatment and outpatient treatment. Wesley Family Services School Based Outpatient provides individual psychotherapy, trauma therapy and cognitive behavioral 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. Some other services available at Wesley Family Services School Based Outpatient include suicide prevention services, vocational rehabilitation services and family psychoeducation.

Persad Center

Persad Center is one of mental health facilities in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 5301 Butler Street, Suite 100, 15201 zip code. Persad Center provides outpatient treatment. Persad Center provides behavior modification, couples/family therapy and activity therapy to young adults, seniors 65 or older and children / adolescents. Persad Center also supports people with trauma, seniors or older adults and people with PTSD. Additional services provided at Persad Center include family psychoeducation, court-ordered outpatient treatment and suicide prevention services.

Every Child Inc

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

Step By Step Support

Step By Step Support is a mental health treatment clinic in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 20 Bailey Avenue, in the 15211 zip code. Step By Step Support provides outpatient treatment. Step By Step Support provides cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma therapy and behavior modification to children / adolescents, young adults and adults. Step By Step Support also supports LGBT, people requiring dual diagnosis treatment and military families. Additional services provided by Step By Step Support consist of case management, psychosocial rehabilitation services and court-ordered outpatient treatment.

Allegheny Childrens Initiative

Allegheny Childrens Initiative is a mental health facility in Pittsburgh, PA, located at 2304 Jane Street, 15203 zip code area. Allegheny Childrens Initiative provides outpatient treatment. Allegheny Childrens Initiative provides dialectical behavior therapy, individual psychotherapy and couples/family therapy to children / adolescents and young adults. Allegheny Childrens Initiative also supports children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. Additional services offered by Allegheny Childrens Initiative consist of family psychoeducation and case management.

Southwood Psychiatric Hospital Inc Acute Care Hospitalization

Southwood Psychiatric Hospital Inc Acute Care Hospitalization is a mental health treatment center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, located at 2575 Boyce Plaza Road, part of the 15241 zip code. Southwood Psychiatric Hospital Inc Acute Care Hospitalization provides hospital inpatient treatment. Southwood Psychiatric Hospital Inc Acute Care Hospitalization also offers dialectical behavior therapy, group therapy and trauma therapy to children / adolescents. Southwood Psychiatric Hospital Inc Acute Care Hospitalization supports children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. Southwood Psychiatric Hospital Inc Acute Care Hospitalization also provides family psychoeducation, suicide prevention services and case management.

Wesley Family Services Mental Health Outpatient

Wesley Family Services Mental Health Outpatient is a mental health clinic 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 offers psychotropic medication, trauma therapy and dialectical behavior therapy to young adults, seniors 65 or older and adults. Wesley Family Services Mental Health Outpatient also supports people with PTSD, people with trauma and people with serious mental illness. More services at Wesley Family Services Mental Health Outpatient include court-ordered outpatient treatment, family psychoeducation and psychosocial rehabilitation 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.