Behavioral & Mental Health Care

If you or a loved one is struggling with a behavioral mental health condition, you are not alone.

These conditions are common and treatable. Look to us to compassionately diagnose and treat your behavioral or mental health condition. UC San Diego Health's mental health professionals are experts in their fields, actively working to advance evidence-based care.

When to See a Mental Health Professional

Behavioral and mental health conditions often go undiagnosed and untreated. You are encouraged to seek professional help if you feel "off" or have any of the following:

• Anxiety or depression
• Attention or concentration difficulties
• Changes in sleep and appetite
• Changes in behavior or personality
• Social withdrawal or loss of interest in appearance

Mental Health Care Services

We offer a range of services to meet your specific needs and preferences, including:

• Comprehensive psychiatric and psychological evaluations
• Medication treatment and management
• Individual psychotherapy
• Specialized group therapies, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety disorders, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and mentalization-based therapy
• Memory disorder testing and care
• Neuropsychological testing
• Inpatient psychiatric care (hospitalization) for people needing the highest level of mental health care
• Integrated behavioral health care, or short-term therapy for common mental health concerns for primary care patients.

Because certain issues may be common to your stage of life, we offer services specifically tailored to:

• Children and teens
• UC San Diego college students
• Older adults