Fairmount Behavioral Health System

Fairmount Behavioral Health System Fairmount Behavioral Health is dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive mental health services. A psychiatrist is on site at all times.

We offer a range of specialized inpatient programs designed to support individuals facing mental health with a supportive, healing environment. Located on a beautiful 27-acre wooded campus, Fairmount Behavioral Health System is a longstanding pillar of the behavioral health community in Philadelphia. Fairmount is a private, inpatient behavioral health facility that specializes in the treatment of both adolescents (12+) and adults. The spacious campus bordering Fairmount Park in the Roxborough Section of Philadelphia is a peaceful setting for patients and families. Fairmount offers specialized inpatient programming based up on the clinical profile of each individual, including a women’s trauma program and a dual diagnosis track. With a call to Fairmount, you have immediate access to a master’s level clinician, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our admissions team can assess an individual in crisis and arrange admission to the appropriate level of care. Whatever the need, at any time of day or night, high quality care is within reach here at Fairmount. To schedule an assessment, call 215.487.4100. Physicians are on the medical staff of Fairmount Behavioral Health, but, with limited exceptions, are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of Fairmount Behavioral Health. The facility shall not be liable for actions or treatments provided by physicians. Model representations of real patients are shown. 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.

Fairmount Behavioral Health celebrates   by honoring our Mental Health Technician, James Edwards. James served 13 years ...
11/11/2025

Fairmount Behavioral Health celebrates by honoring our Mental Health Technician, James Edwards. James served 13 years in the US Army before joining us here at Fairmount and we are grateful for his service, both in the armed forces and here at Fairmount.

Fairmount proudly supports our veterans. Thank you for your service.

11/10/2025

Fall feels different at Fairmount 🍁 Take a quick tour and see how our environment inspires healing every day.

11/05/2025

🎃 Fairmount was proud to sponsor the Roxborough YMCA's 2025 Trunk or Treat! Big thanks to the YMCA for bringing the spooky vibes. From candy-packed trunks to costumed chaos, the night was a scream and we’ve got the video to prove it!

We were proud to sponsor Lehigh Valley’s Harvest Full of Hope, a powerful event dedicated to increasing mental health aw...
11/03/2025

We were proud to sponsor Lehigh Valley’s Harvest Full of Hope, a powerful event dedicated to increasing mental health awareness and breaking the stigma surrounding it. Our CEO, Jody McCloud Missmer (middle); Director of Business Development, Jon Anderson and Community Liaison, Lisa Schwartz were honored to represent our mission and connect with the community. Together, we’re planting seeds of hope and healing 🌱💚

Spooky fun and smiles all around! Fairmount Behavioral Health hosted a Halloween bash for our adolescent patients, compl...
10/31/2025

Spooky fun and smiles all around! Fairmount Behavioral Health hosted a Halloween bash for our adolescent patients, complete with costumes, games, face painting, delicious treats and plenty of laughter. Celebrating joy, creativity and connection in every moment.

Flu season is here and our Infection Preventionist, Nicole Whitworth, is leading the charge! A big thank you to Nicole f...
10/27/2025

Flu season is here and our Infection Preventionist, Nicole Whitworth, is leading the charge! A big thank you to Nicole for helping keep our staff and patients safe and healthy.

At Fairmount Behavioral Health, prevention and wellness are at the heart of the care we provide every day.

10/24/2025

This past weekend, Fairmount Behavioral Health was honored to sponsor , an inspiring event that brought our community together to champion mental health awareness.

In this video, hear heartfelt stories from participants as they share why they walk - for loved ones, for healing, for hope. Every step forward is a stride toward ending stigma and creating a future rooted in compassion and understanding.

Watch now and let their voices inspire you. NAMI Philadelphia

Fun Friday vibes at Fairmount! Meet Jordyn and Angie, our incredible Activities Therapists who bring creativity, color a...
10/17/2025

Fun Friday vibes at Fairmount! Meet Jordyn and Angie, our incredible Activities Therapists who bring creativity, color and joy to the healing journey. Whether it’s painting, crafting or expressive arts, they remind us that recovery can be filled with imagination and fun. Learn more about Fairmount on our website, http://spklr.io/6184BKon2.

Pictured from left to right are Jordyn and Angie.

Recap to World Mental Health Day on October 10! Our incredible team at Fairmount came together to celebrate what truly m...
10/15/2025

Recap to World Mental Health Day on October 10! Our incredible team at Fairmount came together to celebrate what truly matters, compassion, connection and care. From our kitchen staff and therapists to nursing, everyone at Fairmount understands the importance of mental wellness because we believe healing starts with how we treat one another. A trauma-informed approach isn’t just part of our clinical care, it’s at the heart of our workplace culture.

We’re grateful for a team that leads with empathy and shows up for each other every day.

Fly Eagles Fly! Our employees showed their Philly spirit this week by wearing their eagles gear. The birds didn't get th...
10/11/2025

Fly Eagles Fly! Our employees showed their Philly spirit this week by wearing their eagles gear. The birds didn't get their win but our team had a good time supporting them. Keep your head up, Philly. There are plenty of games left ahead!

Shoutout to NAMI Bucks County PA for another great event! We were proud to sponsor NAMI Bucks Stride this past weekend. ...
10/10/2025

Shoutout to NAMI Bucks County PA for another great event! We were proud to sponsor NAMI Bucks Stride this past weekend. Our Community Liaison, Lisa Schwartz, attended and represented Fairmount, along with our friends from other sister facilities. We are always honored to support the important work that NAMI does for mental health in our community.

10/09/2025

Fairmount Behavioral Health at Roxtoberfest! This past Saturday, Fairmount was proud to sponsor Roxtoberfest in Roxborough. We had a fantastic time connecting with our community, enjoying great music, delicious food and fun activities, all while promoting mental health and wellness.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our table and helped make the day so memorable and a special shoutout to the Roxborough Development Corporation for organizing such a wonderful event.

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Located on a beautiful 27-acre wooded campus, Fairmount Behavioral Health System is the largest freestanding behavioral health hospital in Southeastern Pennsylvania. Fairmount is a private 239-bed behavioral health facility that specializes in treatment for children, adolescents and adults. The spacious campus bordering Fairmount Park in the Roxborough section of Philadelphia is a peaceful setting for patients and families. Fairmount Behavioral Health System provides inpatient services to children, ages 5-10 years of age; young adolescents, ages 10-12 years of age; and gender-specific adolescent programing for ages 13-17 years of age. Fairmount Behavioral Health System has expanded our child/adolescent services which now includes specialized programming for adolescent girls. In addition, we also offer a short-term Acute Partial Hospitalization Program for Adolescents. Our size allows us to provide specialized inpatient programming based upon clinical profile and functioning level. We now specialize in Trauma-Informed Women’s Treatment We also offer a separately licensed drug/alcohol program providing detoxification (opiates, alcohol, benzodiazepines) and rehabilitation services. We also offer a separately licensed drug/alcohol program providing detoxification (opiates, alcohol, benzodiazepines) and rehabilitation services using Subutex and Vivitrol.We offer a unique continuum of care for individuals with co-occurring psychiatric and chemical dependency needs which includes a screening and continuity of care visit by a member of our Chemical Dependency Clinical Leadership as well as a bed hold on the CD Program. With a call to Fairmount, you have immediate access to master level clinicians, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, who can assess an individual in crisis and arrange admission to the appropriate level of care. A psychiatrist is on site at all times. Whatever the need, at any time of the day or night, high quality care is as close as a telephone. To schedule an assessment, call 1-800-235-0200.

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