Valley Health Winchester Medical Center Inpatient Behavioral Health

Located within Winchester Medical Center in Virginia, Valley Health's inpatient behavioral health program provides acute, short-term psychiatric treatment for adults ages 18 and older, including a separate program for seniors ages 55 and older. The hospital treats anxiety, depression, emotional trauma, grief, and other psychiatric disorders, including cases involving co-occurring substance use concerns. Psychiatric professionals assess each patient's condition to determine the appropriate level of care.

Psychiatric Treatment and Therapy

Patients participate in individual, group, and family therapy alongside medication management and psychopharmacology. The hospital also provides electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) as part of its inpatient psychiatric services. Clinicians develop treatment plans based on each patient's assessment and clinical condition, combining therapeutic and medical services according to their psychiatric needs during hospitalization.

Crisis Assessment and Continued Care

The intake team responds to psychiatric crisis calls, conducts assessments for possible hospitalization, and provides referral information when appropriate. Following inpatient treatment, Valley Health coordinates with mental health agencies, substance use programs, and other providers to arrange continued care after discharge. The practice also offers telehealth visits, allowing patients to schedule in-person or virtual appointments by phone.