Depression. Anxiety. Trouble concentrating. Mood swings. Aggression. Suicidal thoughts.
You are not alone
Many individuals have felt some level of these feelings at different times in their lives, but all of these could be signs of mental illness or a psychiatric disorder. The only way to determine whether you or a loved one may be suffering from a mental disorder is to seek help from a mental health professional.
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Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute (PPI) provides behavioral health services to the residents of Central Pennsylvania and the surrounding region. We create specialized mental health treatment programs for children and adolescents, adults and mature adults so the unique needs of each group can be addressed separately.
PPI treats all forms of mental health disorders at our main psychiatric hospital on Third Street in Harrisburg, PA. We also provide outpatient mental health services for adults at our Division Street clinic and outpatient and partial hospitalization treatment for children, adolescents and teens at our Third Street clinic.
Adult Programs
Inpatient, Outpatient and Partial Hospitalization programs designed to treat all forms of mental illness, including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, bipolar disorder and addiction.
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Offering treatment for children, adolescents and teens with emotional, social or behavioral difficulties, including Autism, ADD, ADHD, bipolar and mood disorders.
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Addressing the unique issues that affect mature adults (55 and older). All psychiatric disorders including Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease can be treated on an inpatient and outpatient basis, depending on need.
Learn moreDelivering high-quality behavioral health services, education and research
Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute, a Penn State Health enterprise, is a specialty provider of inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services, in Harrisburg, Pa. PPI helps children, adolescents and adults with mental health and psychiatric disorders achieve and maintain stability in their daily lives.
About usOur mission
Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute (PPI) is committed to providing a wide range of high quality behavioral health services. PPI is dedicated to providing clinical excellence, diverse education, research and community collaboration in a manner that evolves to meet the changing behavioral health care needs of the region.
Facilities and patient information
Being admitted to a psychiatric hospital can be stressful and scary if you don’t know what to expect. At Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute, we try to make your stay with us as stress free as possible.
Our Facilities For PatientsYou are not alone
We have a comprehensive team of specialists who provide sensitive, compassionate care for children, adolescents, adults and older adults with mental health issues. To learn more about the services offered at PPI, click the button below.
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