We offer behavioral health treatment for adults, adolescents, pre-adolescents and children. Model representations of real patients are shown.
Physicians are on the medical staff of Gulfport Behavioral Health System, but, with limited exceptions, are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of Gulfport Behavioral Health System. The facility shall not be liable for actions or treatments provided by physicians. We are unable to provide medical advice through social media. Please contact your physician, or in case of emergency, call 911 or the National Su***de Prevention Lifeline at 988. Please visit our website for language assistance, disability accommodations, the non-discrimination notice, Terms of Service and other important disclaimers.
03/24/2026
We are proud to share highlights from last week's MS Gulf Coast Community Impact Summit, The Faces of Addiction & Recovery: Building Ecosystems of Care, Compassion, and Resilience held in Ocean Springs.
Pictured here are Dean Doty, our CEO, along with Charlotte and Antoine, our dedicated Business Development Liaisons. Dean served as a Moderator and Panelist, contributing invaluable insights during the event.
Their commitment to advancing behavioral health care continues to inspire and strengthen our community. Thank you to everyone involved in making this summit so impactful!
03/18/2026
We're proud to share that Antoine T., Business Development Liaison, represented Gulfport Behavioral Health System at this past weekend's Paws & People event, where GBHS was honored to be a sponsor.
This meaningful event brought together individuals passionate about volunteering and improving well-being through the powerful human-animal bond. 🐶💙
At GBHS, we believe in innovative, compassionate approaches to care, and therapy animals play a special role in supporting emotional wellness and connection. Thank you to everyone who came out and continues to make a difference in our community!
03/13/2026
Our CEO, Dean Doty, recently attended a meeting of the local Rotary Club of Gulfport, where he had the opportunity to speak with Congressman Mike Ezell (R-MS-4) about the behavioral health needs of our communities and the importance of strong partnerships in addressing those needs.
We’re grateful for every chance to connect with local leaders and community members who share a commitment to supporting access to behavioral health services.
03/11/2026
March is Social Work Month, and we want to celebrate the amazing social workers who help make healing possible every day. 💙
Their compassion, advocacy and dedication provide hope and support to individuals and families when they need it most. We are proud to work alongside such caring professionals who truly make a difference in our community.
Thank you for all that you do!
03/10/2026
What a great Saturday in Ocean Springs. The Gulfport Behavioral Health System team was proud to sponsor and participate in the Zebra Run, helping bring awareness to rare diseases while enjoying a fun morning with our community.
Thank you to everyone who came out to run, walk and support such an important cause!
03/06/2026
What an incredible honor. Congratulations to Margo Hays, recipient of our organization's “Above the Risk” Risk Manager of the Year Award!
From leading our recent JCAHO survey to implementing key risk initiatives and strengthening our trauma‑informed care culture, Margo consistently goes above and beyond for our patients and staff.
Being selected out of hundreds across the division speaks to the meaningful impact she makes each day. We are truly fortunate to have her at GBHS.
Congratulations, Margo!
03/03/2026
Congratulations to the 2026 King and Queen of the Krewe of Tropflug, King John and Queen Latoya!
Thank you for representing the spirit, tradition and joy that make Mardi Gras on the Gulf Coast so special.
02/27/2026
We’re proud of our staff for helping us earn high patient satisfaction scores. Their dedication, teamwork and commitment to supportive care make a meaningful difference every day.
Thank you to our team for continuing to put patients first and helping us create a positive experience for those we serve.
02/19/2026
Please join us in congratulating Mike with Visiting Pet Teams of South Mississippi as our February Employee of the Month. 🐶💙
Mike has been a dedicated GBHS pet therapy volunteer for several years and continues to go above and beyond for our patients and staff. He visits multiple times each week with his companions Doc and Brielle, bringing comfort, smiles and joy wherever they go.
Mike spends time with our patients and makes a point to visit our staff. He also supports GBHS at community and recruitment events as a hospital pet therapy volunteer. While he serves many other facilities, we are grateful for the kindness, compassion and positivity he shares with us.
Thank you, Mike, Doc and Brielle, for the happiness you bring to our hospital each week. We appreciate you more than you know. 🐾✨
02/18/2026
Feeling the love at GBHS. Our Valentine’s Day Bubbly and Bars celebration was all about treating our staff to some well deserved fun, sweets and smiles. Thank you for all you do each day.
We appreciate you more than you know! 💗
02/13/2026
Please join us in welcoming Shawn L. Walker, MSCC, USAF (Vet), as the new Patriot Support Program Manager at Gulfport Behavioral Health System.
Shawn brings more than a decade of honorable service in the United States Air Force, including work with the Presidential Airlift Group and U.S. Strategic Command. She also deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and later served as a criminal investigator.
With a Master of Science in Clinical Counseling, Shawn continues her lifelong commitment to service by supporting Veterans, First Responders and their families through our Patriot Support Program.
We are proud to have her leadership and dedication on our team.
02/06/2026
📍 Community. Connection. Collaboration.
We were proud to sponsor and serve as the Food & Beverage Host at the 2026 Gulf Coast Social Workers Conference held at the IP Casino in Biloxi. We’re grateful to have been represented by our outstanding Business Development team members, Charlotte and Antoine, who spent time connecting with social work professionals from across the Gulf Coast and sharing resources, conversations and support.
Thank you to the organizers and attendees for a great event, and to the social workers who continue to make such a meaningful impact in the lives of others every day. 💙
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Life can sometimes be overwhelming, and emotional distress can impact individuals in different ways. For adults, emotional or behavioral problems can affect careers, marriages and social relationships, and for children and teens, these same problems can impact performance in school as well as friendships and family relationships.
If you or someone you love is struggling with depression, anxiety or any other psychiatric issue, you do not have to face it alone. Gulfport Behavioral Health System provides inpatient treatment options for children, adolescents and adults in need. We are dedicated to helping patients develop the skills necessary to live a life of long-term recovery and health.
Individual and group therapy meets the specialized needs of each patient. Counselors work with you and your loved ones to create an environment of understanding and compassion to promote healing and growth.
Call Gulfport Behavioral Health System at 888-420-5144 anytime with questions or concerns. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to assist you.
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