UCSF Langley Porter Psychiatric Hospital

UCSF Langley Porter Psychiatric Hospital, located on the seventh floor of the UCSF Medical Center at Mount Zion in San Francisco, California, is a cornerstone of adult mental health care in the region. Founded in 1941 as California’s first neuropsychiatric institute, it has become a nationally recognized center for inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services, academic training, and mental health research. The facility offers comprehensive services including a 30-bed acute inpatient unit, a partial hospitalization program, an intensive outpatient program, and psychiatric consultation-liaison services. Patients receive care from a multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, nurses, and rehabilitation specialists who develop individualized treatment plans for every case.

The hospital is part of the UCSF Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and is affiliated with the UCSF Weill Institute for Neurosciences, giving it access to cutting-edge clinical and research advancements. It also plays a key role in training the next generation of mental health professionals through its highly regarded residency and fellowship programs. In addition to offering electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) for treatment-resistant conditions, Langley Porter is committed to delivering compassionate, science-based care to adults with complex psychiatric conditions. With a legacy rooted in innovation and public service, this facility serves as a trusted resource for individuals seeking structured, evidence-based mental health support in Northern California.