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Mental health and wellness

Mental health is just as important as physical health. It includes your emotional, psychological and social well-being. With the right diagnosis and treatments, you can get what you need to live as healthy and happy a life as possible.

Behavioral health center in Hopewell, Virginia

With a focus on compassion, we design a personalized treatment plan informed by your unique experience to restore your well-being.

At TriCities Hospital, we provide a range of services to address mental health challenges. Whether you're a military service member looking for support, or seeking a more intensive inpatient experience, our staff is here to meet needs.

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In just a few easy steps, you can get started on the road to recovery and wellness. Let us help you find the programs you need to heal.

In just a few easy steps, you can get started on the road to recovery and wellness. Let us help you find the programs you need to heal.

Behavioral health conditions we treat

Mental and emotional disorders can present themselves in many ways. Our team of psychiatrists, nurses and support personnel care for many conditions, including:

  • Anger and aggression
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Psychosis
  • Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Severe mood swings
  • Thoughts of harming yourself or others

Our mental health services

Our mental health program is designed to address acute emotional healthcare needs via personalized and intensive care.


Inpatient psychiatric care

The core of our behavioral health center's treatment is intensive inpatient care. Whether you come to us on your own or you bring a loved one for help, we are committed to providing devoted and compassionate care to assist your recovery.

Our individualized plans include a range of services and supportive care options, including:

  • 24/7 access to psychiatrists
  • Medication administration and monitoring
  • Personalized aftercare planning

In addition, we make every effort to create and maintain contact with support networks made up of your family, friends and medical care team. Encouraging ongoing support ensures positive outcomes after inpatient care has ended. Our staff is always happy to work with providers in the Tri-Cities, Virginia region to help ease transition back into your community or into the next level of care you need.


Care for military service members

We are proud to be a TRICARE-approved hospital with a mental health program designed with the emotional and behavioral health needs of military service members in mind. Serving our country both overseas or at home presents unique challenges that we are committed to addressing through dedicated support.

Our military unit offers a wide range of customizable care options and treatment plans, including:

  • Daily psychiatric care and support
  • Medication management
  • Internal medicine support
  • Multi-family care
  • Private and semi-private rooms
  • Prolonged exposure therapy for PTSD
  • Treatment for addiction issues

Preventive mental health care for military personnel

The best way to keep yourself or someone close to you safe is to be aware of symptoms that may be signs of underlying psychological pain. We always promote preventive care, especially for active-duty personnel and veterans.

We encourage you to seek immediate help for yourself or a family member if you notice any of the following symptoms developing or worsening:

  • Aggression
  • Anxiety
  • Avoidance of places, people or events
  • Depression
  • Diminished interest in activities
  • Flashbacks or recalls of trauma
  • Increased agitation
  • Insomnia or other sleep disorders
  • Mood swings
  • Thoughts of harming yourself or others
  • Other symptoms that are interfering with the ability to function in social, academic or professional settings

No one deserves to struggle alone. We do our best to understand what you and your loved ones have faced. We are committed to working with you to provide care that creates lasting healing and peace of mind.

If you are a military service member or family of service personnel who needs help or support, please call us at (804) 541-7517. We're here for you.

Our Mental health and wellness Locations

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TriCities Hospital
411 W Randolph Rd
Hopewell, VA 23860
 (804) 541 - 1600

Currently Viewing:

TriCities Hospital
411 W Randolph Rd
Hopewell, VA 23860
 (804) 541 - 1600
Tucker Pavilion
7101 Jahnke Rd
Richmond, VA 23225
 (804) 483 - 0050

19.2 miles

Retreat Doctors' Hospital
2621 Grove Ave
Richmond, VA 23220
 (804) 254 - 5100

19.7 miles

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