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Geriatric Psychiatry Program

We provide specialized mental health care for adults aged 65 and older. Services include inpatient and ambulatory care. We also provide a range of specialized care programs for older adults with dementia and their caregivers.
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Full-spectrum mental health care from leading experts

We provide diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care for adults age 65 and older who are experiencing emotional, cognitive, or mental health symptoms.

Our clinicians specialize in the mental health needs of older adults. We care for patients with conditions associated with aging, such as dementia, as well as conditions that may present unique challenges later in life, including depression and bipolar disorder.

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Top hospitals in psychiatric care

U.S. News & World Report ranks Mass General Brigham hospitals among the nation’s leading hospitals for psychiatric care.
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Compassionate mental health care

Our multidisciplinary team has chosen to specialize in geriatric mental health care. We pride ourselves on compassion-forward, first-class treatment in a warm environment.
Compassionate mental health care
Our multidisciplinary team has chosen to specialize in geriatric mental health care. We pride ourselves on compassion-forward, first-class treatment in a warm environment.
Inpatient senior mental health care

Older adults have access to specialized inpatient care at McLean Hospital.

We offer routine psychiatric care for older adults with a variety of mental health concerns. We also provide specialized treatment for those with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, with a specialized focus on the management of behavioral symptoms.

Our goal is to offer stabilization so you can go home and get the outpatient care you need.

Outpatient mental health care for older adults

We offer full-spectrum outpatient mental health services through several programs and clinics, including the:

  • Older Adults Outpatient Service
  • The Guiding an Improved Dementia Care Experience (GUIDE) Program
  • Group-Based Acute Treatment Engagement for Seniors (GATES)
  • The McLean Caregiver Support Service
  • The Short Term Group Psychotherapy Service
  • The Long Term Groups Psychotherapy Service

We also provide:

  • Long-term group therapy
  • Short-term group therapy
  • Support for caregivers of loved ones with dementia
Family-centered mental health care
Family involvement is a key part of older adult mental health care and treatment. We have resources and groups for family members and caregivers to help cope with and manage caregiver distress and burnout We also prioritize education so you understand mental health conditions and how you can best support your loved one.
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Older adult mental health conditions and treatments

Older adults have unique mental health needs. We provide complete evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for a full range of mental health disorders.
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Our specialists

No matter what disease or condition you have, Mass General Brigham has specialists near you who can help.
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Specialized care near you

Access care across Mass General Brigham, with specialized services available at community hospitals and leading academic medical centers. No matter your disease or condition, our specialists are nearby and ready to help.
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At Mass General Brigham, older adults have access to a wide array of mental health services and programs to treat specific diagnoses.

  • Mental Health and Psychiatric Services

    Access compassionate mental health and psychiatric care across Greater Boston at Mass General Brigham, home to world-class experts from McLean Hospital.

  • Aging Care

    Get expert care for adults 65+. Our specialists provide personalized treatment to help you stay healthy, active, and independent. Schedule an appointment.

  • Mental Health and Psychiatric Services

    Access compassionate mental health and psychiatric care across Greater Boston at Mass General Brigham, home to world-class experts from McLean Hospital.

  • Aging Care

    Get expert care for adults 65+. Our specialists provide personalized treatment to help you stay healthy, active, and independent. Schedule an appointment.

  • Memory Disorders Service

    Access expert, research-driven diagnosis and treatment for Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia at Mass General Brigham, including novel clinical trials.

  • Anxiety Service

    Access comprehensive services for anxiety disorders, including medications and therapies. Request an appointment.

  • Bipolar Disorder Service

    Bipolar disorder causes extreme mood changes that can affect daily life and well-being. Learn more about comprehensive bipolar disorder care at Mass General Brigham.

  • McLean’s Borderline Personality Disorder Outpatient Program at Gunderson

    Learn how our outpatient treatment program is designed to provide structured, compassionate, and evidence-based care for individuals with borderline personality disorder.

  • Depression Service

    Our compassionate behavioral health specialists offer the latest depression treatments and programs for children and adults. Learn how we can help.

  • Dissociative Identity Disorder Service

    Dissociative identity disorder (DID) tends to develop after severe trauma, often in early childhood. Learn more about our leading-edge, compassionate DID care.

  • Eating Disorders Service

    We offer comprehensive services for people of all ages who have anorexia, ARFID, and other eating disorders. See how we can help you or your child.

  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Service

    We offer expert care for children and adults with OCD. Learn how we can help ease the unwanted thoughts and repetitive behaviors that come with OCD.

  • Psychosis Program

    Psychosis can cause distressing symptoms that interfere with your quality of life. Find out more about the expert psychosis care we provide.

  • Stress and PTSD Service

    Our stress and PTSD services include therapy, medications, partial hospital programs, and specialized care for children and adults. Learn about PTSD care at Mass General Brigham.

  • Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders Service

    We offer comprehensive care, medications, and programs for adults and children with autism, ADHD, and other neurodevelopmental disorders. See how we can help.

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Contact the Geriatric Psychiatry Program

Contact a geriatric psychiatry location or specialist to learn about your care options.
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