Departments
Psychiatry and Behavioral Health
The mission of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health is to enhance quality of life through improved mental health services, training the next generation of providers, and the discovery of knowledge and design of cutting-edge interventions in psychiatric care.
From the Chair
“Psychiatry is a dynamic, exciting field that is changing rapidly today. Our department provides innovative care for patients, educates the health care providers and academicians of the future, and produces and disseminates new knowledge in its research programs.”
Erika Saunders, MD
Chair
Who We Are and What We Do
Partnerships
Our department collaborates with partners across the academic health system, including the and .
Community Outreach
The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health values community engagement, fostering collaborations with institutions that serve individuals with autism spectrum disorder (The Vista School), uninsured and underinsured individuals with mental health issues through Penn State College of Medicine's LionCare medical student-run clinic at Bethesda Mission, and engagement with several advocacy groups.
The department has also initiated several community-serving endeavors, including a summer treatment program for children with ADHD and a community arts initiative to combat stigma and promote engagement in mental health care.
Get to know the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health
Explore the many facets of our dynamic department.
Divisions in Psychiatry and Behavioral Health
Adult Outpatient Services
Chief: Vacant
Autism
Chief: Michael Murray, MD
Contact Us
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