The Lafayette Behavioral Health Unit was established through a partnership with the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals and Lafayette General Medical Center. This partnership secures quality care and access to services for uninsured individuals in need of psychiatric care. Our skilled psychiatric and mental health professionals are trained and committed to assist patients in their self-discovery, learning and recovery process.

Lafayette Behavioral Health Unit specialties include:

• Psychiatric evaluation and examination
• Laboratory and diagnostic testing
• Biopsychosocial evaluation
• Crisis intervention and stabilization of patient’s psychiatric symptoms
• Psychopharmacologic evaluation and management
• Activity therapy and patient education interventions
• Case management and collaboration with the patient’s outpatient clinician, physicians, family and community agencies to facilitate a complete discharge plan.

Lafayette Behavioral Health Unit’s quality standards are:

• Accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC).

• Commitment to delivering evidence-based mental health care.

• High patient safety and satisfaction ratings.

• Continuous quality improvement programs aimed at enhancing mental health outcomes.

Vision 

• To be a leading provider of compassionate and effective behavioral health services.

• To deliver high-quality, patient-centered care that promotes recovery and mental well-being.

• To support individuals in overcoming mental health challenges through innovative therapies and treatments.

Mission 

• Providing a safe, supportive environment for individuals experiencing mental health crises.

• Offering comprehensive care to promote healing and recovery from mental health disorders.

• Ensuring access to psychiatric care for all individuals in need, with respect for their dignity and needs.

• Engaging families and the community in the healing process and mental health awareness.

Lafayette Behavioral Health Unit’s awards and recognition are:

• Accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC).

• Recognized for excellence in mental health care and psychiatric services.

• Awarded for outstanding patient safety and recovery outcomes.

• Commended for community-based mental health initiatives and services.