Outpatient Center at Pennsylvania Hospital
Our Program
The Department of Psychiatry’s Outpatient Behavioral Health Services at Pennsylvania Hospital offers comprehensive and in-depth psychotherapy. As part of the University of Pennsylvania Health System, the program provides an extensive array of services to the community and to all Penn employees. As a center for psychological training, patients have access to outstanding clinical care at an affordable cost.
Our Team
Outpatient Behavioral Health Services at Pennsylvania Hospital is staffed by a team of psychiatrists and psychologists representing a variety of interests and specialties. Our programs and our team reflect a long tradition of providing superior care to patients in the region.
Services
Psychotherapy is a form of treatment that can help individuals, couples, children, and families understand and resolve problems, modify behavior, and make positive changes in their lives. There are several types of psychotherapy that involve different approaches, techniques and interventions.
At times, a combination of different psychotherapy approaches may be helpful depending on the needs of the individual. In some cases, a combination of psychotherapy with medication may be more effective. Care can include both brief, short-term treatment, as well as long-term psychotherapy, where the goal is to understand the situation in an intensive and exploratory way.
For people trying to get through the pain of divorce, job loss, physical illness or other emotional problems, the staff of the Behavioral Health Outpatient Center can provide a fresh perspective and offer practical approaches to better enable individuals to take control of the situations that have had a negative impact on their lives.
Treatment methods include:
- Individual psychotherapy
- Group therapy
- Family therapy
- Couples therapy
- Children and adolescents
In addition to psychotherapy, we also offer comprehensive psychological evaluations:
- Psychological testing
- Learning disability assessment
- Neuropsychological assessment
Eligibility and Payment for Services
Services are open to all individuals.
Payments accepted include:
- Third party coverage by select insurance carriers
- Medical Assistance
- PENN Behavioral Health Plan
- PENN EAP
- Out-of-pocket payment
Pennsylvania Hospital Outpatient Behavioral Health Services also offers treatment on a sliding scale, making mental health care affordable for most individuals.
Appointment and Contact Information
To make an appointment, call 215-829-7332. Hours are by appointment.
Location
Pennsylvania Hospital
Department of Psychiatry
Outpatient Behavioral Health Services
245 S. 8th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147
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