Huntsman Mental Health Institute | University of Utah Health

Huntsman Mental Health Institute | University of Utah Health
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Are You Ready to Begin Your Journey to Better Mental Health?
At Huntsman Mental Health Institute, our caring team is here to help—with services ranging from individual therapy to specialized treatment programs. Whether it’s for you, your child, a friend, or a loved one, we’re here to support your journey to healing.
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Mental health emergency?
You don’t have to have all the answers—
just know where to go.
NEW!
FOR YOUTH:
Walk in for crisis care
If your child or teen (ages 5–17) is in crisis, our youth team is here to help. Walk in 24/7 at Huntsman Mental Health Institute. We’ll assess the situation, answer questions, and connect you to the right care.
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FOR ADULTS:
Walk in for crisis care
Adults 18+ can walk in 24/7 to our Mental Health Crisis Care Center in South Salt Lake. It’s a safe, supportive alternative to the ER for urgent mental health needs. No appointment needed.
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FOR EVERYONE:
Call, text, or chat 988
If you or someone you know is in crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. No-cost, confidential support is available 24/7 by phone, text, or chat.
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Why choose Huntsman Mental Health Institute?
Huntsman Mental Health Institute is the first of its kind to bring research, education, and patient care together to solve one of our nation’s greatest challenges: untreated mental health conditions.
Care for all
Our exceptional
care programs
, including a 161-bed hospital, are part of the world-renowned University of Utah academic healthcare system.
Pioneering research
Our
research
helps the world better understand the complexity of the brain to address mental health and substance use disorders.
Learn and grow
We inspire and grow the mental health workforce through accredited programs in
clinical psychology
,
psychiatry
, and more.
Ignite change
Our namesake is thanks to the Huntsman family’s commitment to mental health.
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to advance hope and healing for all.
Mental health support for all
We’re here to help you no matter where you are on your journey.
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Help for all ages
Children + teens
Adults + young adults
Older adults
Care for all needs
Addiction support
Substance use disorder programs for all ages
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Assessments
Spend time with experts who understand your needs and recommended care options
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Collaborative care
When mental health and primary care come together for you
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Specialty care models
Expertise in maternal mental health, autism, geriatrics and more
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Flexible outpatient programs
Join us for a few hours a day, group sessions, day camps, and intensive outpatient programs
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Inpatient hospital stays
Short term hospital stay in a supportive environment
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Residential treatment center
Live-in care for youth offering group therapy, recreation therapy, and a dedicated psychiatrist
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Treatment resistant care
Specialized care in a supportive environment
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Crisis care
The nation's best integrated model for urgent mental health care
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Care amenities
Extra services to support your care
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Stories of success from our patients
Tending to the self: how a mental health program helped a student reclaim their life
Read Esti's story
Suzy's Jazzy Journey to Mental Wellness and Enhanced Living
Read Suzy's story
For Jenna, the Youth Residential Treatment program was the ideal choice
Read Jenna's story
Electroconvulsive Therapy: Life Changing Treatment for Patients Living with Severe Mental Illness
Read Cody's story
How we can help: Conditions we specialize in
Addiction and substance use
Anxiety
Attention-deficit / hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
Boderline and personality disorders
Dementia and neurocognitive disorders
Depression and bipolar disorder
Dissociative disorders
Eating disorders
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Oppositional defiance and disruptive behaviors
Postpartum and perinatal depression and anxiety
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Somatic symptom and related disorders
Schizophrenia and other psychosis
Sexual function issues
Sleep-wake disorders
Trauma and stress-related issues
Treatment-resistant mood disorders
Recent news and announcements
Press Release
Apr 22, 2026
Huntsman Mental Health Institute community report highlights innovation, record reach, and crisis response
Huntsman Mental Health Institute’s FY25 Annual Report shows record demand, expanded access, and statewide impact - highlighting what's possible when care, research, and education work together.
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HealthFeed
Apr 13, 2026
Electroconvulsive Therapy for Depression: A Treatment Option to Support Mental Health
Electroconvulsive therapy is often misunderstood—but it’s a safe, highly effective treatment for severe depression. Learn how ECT works, who it can help, and how experts support patients every step of...
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News
Apr 08, 2026
Utah Charts a New Path for Regulating Mental Health AI
The Doctor Is Not In — But the Chatbot Is. As mental health AI tools rapidly enter everyday life, Utah is charting a pragmatic path forward. In a new npj...
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2024 Annual Report to our Community
Take a look back at twelve months of stories, impact, and joy.
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