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DBH Operations, Information, and Resources During COVID-19

The Department of Behavioral Health offers a range of support during the COVID-19 pandemic, including self-care tips, a 24-hour Mental Health Hotline and telehealth services to build resiliency and maintain recovery.

May Is Mental Health Awareness Month

Mental Health Awareness Month comes during this time of uncertainty that can be hard on everyone. Join conversations about keeping a healthy mental state and help reduce the stigma about mental illness.

Community Response Team

The DBH Community Response Team (CRT), is a 24-7 multidisciplinary direct service team that expands our community based direct service efforts—including homeless outreach, mobile crisis, and pre-arrest diversion.

Substance Use Disorder Assessment and Referral Sites

The Assessment and Referral sites provide same day assessment and referral for individuals seeking treatment for substance use disorders. To refer to the appropriate program, qualified clinicians conduct an assessment that includes the nature of the addiction, use history, any mental health care needs, and overall health status.

ChAMPS

The Children and Adolescent Mobile Psychiatric Service provides on-site immediate help to children and youth (ages 6-21) facing a behavioral or mental health crisis whether in the home, school or community. The on-call, mobile emergency service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week by calling (202) 481-1450.

LIVE. LONG. DC.

LIVE.LONG.DC is a one-stop hub for Washington, DC’s combined efforts for ending the city’s opioid epidemic. How are we combating opioids in Washington, DC? Read the strategic plan to reduce opioid use, misuse and related deaths.

Featured Services

Access HelpLine

Call 1(888)7WE-HELP to get connected to our services.

Children, Youth and Family Services

DBH offers prevention, early identification and community based treatment services and supports.

Emergency Psychiatric Services

Emergency psychiatric services available twenty-four hours a day/seven days a week.

Adult Services and Support

Providers offer a range of behavioral health services that will fit your needs.

Recovery Support Services

Millions of lives are transformed through recovery. Treatment works. Recovery is possible.

Consumer Involvement and Peer Services

Individuals must lead their own recovery and peer support plays a vital role.

Providers

DBH contracts with community based providers to provide mental health services and supports. You can contact a provider of your choice directly or call the Access Helpline for assistance. DBH certifies each provider to ensure conformity to federal and District regulations and monitors quality of care.

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Latest

Mar 30 2020

Public Notice: COVID-19 Medicaid Beneficiary FAQs 3-27-2020

Office of the Senior Deputy Director/Medicaid Director Last Updated: March 27, 2020 Medicaid...

Mar 26 2020

Public Notice: Public Charge Rule FAQs with COVID-19 Information

Public Charge Rule Frequently Asked Questions for DC Residents (Updated March 19, 2020) Public...

Mar 24 2020

Public Notice: March 2020 MCAC Virtual Meeting

DC MEDICAL CARE ADVISORY COMMITTEE Wednesday, March 25, 2020, 5:30 – 7:30 pm Virtual Meeting Join...

Mar 16 2020

Public Notice to COVID-19 Medicaid Providers

Where can I get information and updates about COVID-19? Information is available from the Centers...

Mar 14 2020

Medicaid Expands In-Home Telemedicine Services for Medicaid Beneficiaries in Response to COVID-19

New options for Medicaid providers to deliver care to Medicaid beneficiaries at home via...

Apr 6 2016

FY 2017 Budget Hearing

Feb 4 2016

FY 2015 & FY 2016 Oversight Hearing

Apr 26 2012

FY 2013 Budget Hearing

Apr 12 2011

Fiscal Year 2012 Budget Request

Testimony of Stephen T. Baron, Director, Department of Mental Health on the Fiscal Year 2012 Budget...

Oct 28 2014

Coping with Stress

Feb 27 2014

Notice of Funding Availability

Jan 11 2016

Department of Behavioral Health Participates in Annual NBC4 Health and Fitness Expo to Raise Awareness of Children’s Mental Health

Contact: Phyllis Jones, Public Information Officer (202) 673.1937 desk (202) 631.3077 mobile (...

Jan 11 2016

Department of Behavioral Health Participates in Annual NBC4 Health and Fitness Expo to Raise Awareness of Children’s Mental Health

(Washington, DC)—The District of Columbia Department of Behavioral Health participated in a special...

Dec 29 2014

Department of Behavioral Health Recognized by National Anti-Drug Coalition

Washington, DC—The District of Columbia Department of Behavioral Health has received the Community...

Dec 29 2014

Department of Behavioral Health Recognized by National Anti-Drug Coalition

Washington, DC—The District of Columbia Department of Behavioral Health has received the Community...

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Department of Behavioral Health

Office Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:15 am to 5:00 pm, except District holidays

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64 New York Avenue, NE, 3rd Floor, Washington, DC 20002
Phone: (202) 673-2200
Fax: (202) 673-3433
TTY: (202) 673-7500
Email: [email protected]