Gulfport Behavioral Health System

Our recovery programs are aimed at delivering patient-centered care tailored to each individual's journey into recovery. We offer acute inpatient treatment and partial and intensive outpatient services for adults who struggle with substance use. Medical detoxification is provided under the care of trained physicians and nurses.

To connect with our treatment teams about taking your first steps into lifelong recovery, call us at 228-236-1950 24/7 for a no-cost, confidential assessment.

If you or someone you know is struggling, please know that you are not alone and there is help for you. We are here to restore hope and healing. Connect with our treatment teams at 228-236-1950.

If you or someone you know is thinking about su***de call the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline immediately.

We are celebrating Environmental Services Week, and we presented some gifts to "pamper,” our amazing housekeeping team that keeps our facility in top shape and clean. We are so grateful for their dedication to our hospital!

Today is World Su***de Prevention Day, a day to raise awareness, spread hope, and stand together in support of those who are struggling. Let’s break the silence, connect with one another, and remind everyone that they are never alone.

Please never forget that there is the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline to call or text when you or a loved one are in need of support.

Congratulations to Dianne on being named our August Employee of the Month! Dianne, who works as a Mental Health Tech, always goes above and beyond and is willing to help out when needed. We truly appreciate her taking it upon herself to organize projects to help patients. Dianne truly cares about our patients’ needs, and we thank her for her dedication.

Check out our CEO, Dean Doty, as he visits WXXV 25 to discuss mental health tips for children as they prepare for the upcoming school year. In the interview, Doty emphasizes the importance of parents prioritizing self-care for both themselves and their children. Watch the clip below for more essential tips!

Mental health tips for children - WXXV News 25 WXXV News 25 invited Gulfport Behavioral CEO Dean Doty to talk about mental health tips for children ahead of the school year. Doty said one thing parents can do to prepare their kids for the school year is to prioritize self-care for themselves and their kids. Another tip for parents is to start th...

To help beat the summer heat, we have been celebrating on Thursdays in July with a delightful assortment of Sonic Slushes, providing a cool and enjoyable treat for our staff. It has been a big hit with everyone, and they look forward to every Thursday!

We celebrated 'Flamingo Fajita Friday' in style to thank our staff for their participation in our recent Employee Engagement Survey. Our staff enjoyed a delightful lunch featuring flamingo-themed decor and delicious fajitas.

It was a fantastic way to recognize everyone's contributions!

Let’s hear it for our Employee of the Month, Ronald! The nomination for Ronald reads, “Ronald, Assessment Coordinator in the Intake Department, is such a valuable team player and goes where needed. One night, Ronald jumped in to assist on one of the nursing units when a patient was threatening a nurse. Ronald’s swift action kept staff and the patient safe, and the nursing team was greatly appreciative of his assistance to handle the escalating situation. Night shift staff often go unnoticed, but Ronald was a tremendous help and the entire night shift nursing team want to thank and recognize Ronald’s heroic effort.” Cheers to you, Ronald!

Have a happy and healthy weekend from your friends at Gulfport! We hope you have a fun and safe Independence Day.

Harmony, Nursing Supervisor, is an exceptional RN and Nursing Supervisor who goes above and beyond the call of duty. Her dedication to our patients and staff is evident. We are so proud to have her a part of our Nursing team. She deserves to know how much our team appreciates everything she does.

Today, we pay tribute to the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the U.S. military. We are thankful to those who courageously gave their lives.

We keep celebrating Hospital Week and our Olympics! This time we made it a 'sweet' competition! Our game challenged everyone to stack up the most M&M's in a cup, and guess who took the trophy? Our CEO, Dean Doty!

We're keeping the Hospital Week Olympics spirit alive! Tuesday was 'Fishing for a Cure'! Our teams got crafty, hooking cans full of hope for mental illness. Plus, we enjoyed popcorn, pickles, and soda while gifting our amazing staff sling bags for Hospital Week! On Wednesday's BBQ and Corn Hole Contest added some friendly competition to our week.

Let's keep the fun going!

We have been having a fun as we are having our own Olympics! Each department is bringing their A-game, representing different countries in friendly competition. And what better way to kick off the festivities than with Sundaes on a Monday! Doc our Pet Therapy dog, also joined us for some ice cream fun.

Recently, we donated to the Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence and the Women's Resource Center in honor of Mother's Day. Thank you to all who participated!

This was a drive by Movers for Moms. Thank you to Movers for Moms for all that you do to help our community every day!

This week, we celebrated Alex T. with our monthly Award. Alex is a real trooper, having to recently move several offices for us when we got new flooring in. Alex jumped right in without hesitation and did so without complaint. We were all so appreciative of his hard work to get the offices back up and running as soon as possible following the floor installation project. Alex reflects a spirit of hard work and dedication!

Did you know that volunteering can help reduce stress and increase happiness? It's , and since 1974, this week aims to raise awareness of the impact volunteer service has and the power of volunteers.

Remember to volunteer sometime this week! Volunteering does not just have to help someone else; it can also, in turn, help you.

We were honored to celebrate the Month of the Military Child by sponsoring the military child parade!

April is . Are you or a loved one struggling? Help is always available. Call us today at 800-831-1700 to start your road to recovery.

April is designated as the . According to the Department of Defense, military families move on average every two to three years, impacting military children through changing schools and support networks. This is a time to applaud military families and their children for the daily sacrifices and challenges they overcome.

We provide behavioral health services for children as young as four. If you know of a military child struggling, call us today at 800-831-1700 or visit https://gulfportbehavioral.com/ to learn more.

Last week, we celebrated Aria S. with our monthly Award. Aria was nominated due to the positive feedback received from a recent referral source who was very appreciative of her quick response to a request and her ability to assist with the information needed to get discharging patients into follow-up services. Aria is a bright spot for our young patients, and it shows in her work!

Happy Doctor's Day to all the doctors in our community, especially our very own! We appreciate all your efforts, dedication, and contributions to our hospital.

We thank you for always putting your patients first and caring for them and our community!

On National Vietnam War Veterans Day, we honor all those who bravely served in the Vietnam War and who sacrificed, as did their families and caregivers, on behalf of our Nation.

This year, Crusaders For Veterans presented the Biloxi National Cemetery with a bronze plaque in honor of our Vietnam veterans.

The theme for last week's 48th Annual Alabama School of Alcohol and Other Drug Studies (ASADS) conference was Building Resilient Communities: Engaging Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery.

They did a wonderful job providing impactful networking opportunities and education on addiction services!

Happy National Puppy Day! Adopting a puppy or dog can bring a sense of fulfillment and purpose and help improve mental health. Caring for a pet can help reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and increase happiness and well-being. Let’s meet some of our staff’s beloved puppies and dogs!

This week is . This week-long annual health observance is meant to inspire dialogue about the science of drug use and addiction among youth.

To learn more about this week, visit http://spklr.io/6188o8qG.

We appreciate all the hard work and dedication from all our first responders, and we thank the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce, Mississippi, for supporting the efforts to educate more first responders about peer-to-peer support and access to services.