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DBH Behavioral Health Recovery Conference

This one-day conference brings together consumers, families, advocates, behavioral health practitioners and leaders from District government and the community who will learn, share and shape the future toward a more resilient and thriving recovery-oriented system.

LIVE. LONG. DC.

Washington, DC’s Strategic Plan to reduce opioid use, misuse and related deaths.

Substance Use Disorder Assessment and Referral Center (ARC)

The Assessment and Referral Center (ARC) provides same day assessment and referral for individuals seeking treatment for substance use disorders. Services include detoxification, treatment (medication assisted treatment included), individual and group counseling, self-help and recovery activities, and, in some cases, residential treatment.

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.

Mobile Crisis Services

Our Mobile Crisis Services provide crisis stabilization to adults experiencing a psychiatric crisis and are unwilling to travel to receive mental health services. Contact us any day of the week for assistance.

Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program (CPEP)

Our Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program offers emergency psychiatric services, mobile crisis services, and extended observation beds for individuals 18 years of age and older.

Saint Elizabeths Hospital

St. Elizabeths Hospital is the District’s public psychiatric facility for individuals with serious and persistent mental illness who need intensive inpatient care to support their recovery. See how we provide person-centered care here.

Featured Services

Recovery Support Services

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

Children, Youth and Family Services

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

Consumer Involvement and Peer Services

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

Access HelpLine

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

Adult Services and Support

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

Emergency Psychiatric Services

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

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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Dec 24 2018

Mayor Bowser Releases District’s Plan to End Opioid Epidemic

LIVE. LONG. DC. aims to reduce opioid use and misuse and to reduce opioid-related deaths by 50...

Jun 14 2018

The Bowser Administration Launches Healthy Minds DC, an Effort to Provide Resources to Parents for Children’s Mental/Behavioral Health

Today, the Bowser Administration and the DC Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) hosted an event...

Jun 13 2018

The Bowser Administration to Launch Healthy Minds DC, an Effort to Provide Resources to Parents for Children’s Mental/Behavioral Health

On Thursday, June 14 at 10 am, the Bowser Administration and the District of Columbia...

Apr 6 2018

Notice of Public Meeting: Coordinating Council on School Mental Health

Mar 2 2018

DBH Schedules Orientation for Prospective Behavioral Health Services Providers

Contact: Phyllis Jones (202) 631-3077 mobile Register now for March 22, 2018 Washington, DC—The...

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

Copy 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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How to Get Help

Department of Behavioral Health

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

Connect With Us
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]