Psychiatric hospitals in Kazakhstan serve as specialized medical institutions offering comprehensive mental health care, including inpatient and outpatient treatment, rehabilitation, and preventive services. The largest and most prominent facility is the Republican Scientific and Practical Center of Mental Health (RSPC PZ), which leads the country in scientific, clinical, and educational activities related to psychiatry. In addition, there are 17 regional mental health centers and numerous primary mental health offices integrated into city polyclinics, ensuring access to psychiatric care throughout the country.

• Adult and child psychiatry

• Psychotherapy and psychological counseling

• Psychoneurological and substance use disorder treatment

• Medical examinations and forensic psychiatry

• Rehabilitation programs for chronic mental health conditions

• Crisis intervention and suicide prevention

• Outpatient and inpatient care for severe mental disorders

• Staffed by qualified psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, and social workers

• Adherence to national and international standards for mental health care

• Integration of psychiatric and substance use services since 2020 for improved efficiency and quality

• Regular professional development and collaboration with international partners (e.g., WHO, UNICEF, CDC)

• Ongoing reforms to reduce stigma, improve patient rights, and expand community-based services

Vision:
To provide accessible, high-quality, and patient-centered mental health care, fostering recovery, social integration, and the protection of patient rights.

Mission:
To deliver specialized psychiatric care and rehabilitation through multidisciplinary expertise, modern technology, and continuous improvement, while promoting destigmatization and community support for people with mental health conditions.

• The Republican Scientific and Practical Center of Mental Health is recognized as the largest and most advanced psychiatric institution in Kazakhstan, collaborating with international organizations and leading national reforms in mental health care.

• Participation in national and international programs for mental health innovation and quality improvement.