Mental Health Crisis Care Center
24/7 walk-in care for any adult experiencing a mental health crisis
Walk-In Crisis Care: A Safe Place for Help
When life feels overwhelming and you don’t know where to turn, come in–we can help.
If you’re experiencing a mental health crisis without a medical emergency, call 988 or walk into the Huntsman Mental Health Institute Crisis Care Center (no appointment needed). We offer a dedicated space for mental health crisis care—where no one asks if you’re "bad enough" to get help. We focus on understanding your struggles and providing the right support when you need it most.
Quick facts
- No appointment necessary
- Emergency mental health services provided at no-cost
Who is this for?
Adults 18 and older
Location
955 West 3300 South
South Salt Lake, UT 84119
Discover how we can help you
We provide care for any adult experiencing a mental health crisis, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You'll be cared for in a safe, comfortable setting. We'll help stabilize the crisis you're experiencing, take time to understand the underlying causes of your crisis, and connect you to longer term care options.
A caring team to listen & understand
We’ll assess your mental health needs and help you find the right support.
Medication when you need it
If needed, we can provide medication to help stabilize symptoms and bring relief.
A safe place to pause and heal
Stay with us for up to 23 hours in a calm, supportive environment.
Support from people who’ve been there
Our peer specialists offer guidance, encouragement, and understanding.
What to expect when you arrive
Upon arrival, a team of caring providers will assess your unique and personal situation. They will thoughtfully guide you through a series of questions related to what brought you in, ask about your current mental health concerns, and explore additional factors that may be impacting your health. The assessment lasts approximately 20-40 minutes.
Next, they will use the information gathered in your assessment to define a clear, actionable treatment plan specific to your situation. The treatment plan will consist of both what needs to be done immediately to stabilize your crisis and next steps to effectively treat your mental health concerns, like connecting you with inpatient or outpatient services as well as onsite community resources to support your journey.
How much will my crisis care cost?
We provide crisis stabilization to any adult regardless of their ability to pay; there is no bill for these emergency stabilization services. Other outpatient and inpatient services at the Crisis Care Center operate on standard insurance and patient billing models and you may receive a bill. We offer on-site financial counseling to connect patients to eligible insurance coverage and help them navigate payment plans for these other services.
Get help now
Our compassionate providers offer immediate support and stabilization for a wide range of mental and behavioral health conditions:
- Suicidal behaviors or thoughts 
- Depression 
- Anxiety
- Psychosis 
- Substance use disorders
- Other mental health disorders and conditions
Where can I go for crisis care for a child or teen under 18?
If someone is an imminent danger to themselves or others, start by calling or texting 988—the suicide and crisis lifeline staffed by experts within Huntsman Mental Health Institute. 988 is a confidential, no-cost service that is available 24/7. Alternatively, you may take the individual to the emergency room (ER).
If the situation is not life-threatening or doesn't need immediate attention, call Huntsman Mental Health Institute at 801-583-2500. Our staff can answer any questions and help determine the right course of treatment for your child or teenager. You can also use the to chat via text with one of our licensed mental health counselors.
Why Choose the Crisis Care Center?
You and your loved one will be cared for in a safe, comfortable setting aimed at stabilizing your crisis, uncovering the root causes, and connecting you to long-term care solutions.
Care Personalized to Your Unique Journey
- 23-hour treatment and observation stay for those in our 30-bed receiving center
- Rapid stabilization inpatient treatment in our 24-bed acute care unit
- Medication-assisted treatment clinic for individuals with opiate use disorders
- Intensive outpatient treatment for adults needing support for mental health and substance use disorders
Coordinated Care from Compassionate Providers
Adults experiencing a mental or behavioral health emergency will be seen and treated by a multi-disciplinary team:
- Licensed psychiatrists
- Advanced practice nurses
- Social workers
- Case managers
- Certified peer specialists
- Psychiatric technicians
Extended care services to meet your needs
Once evaluated, and based on your individual situation, we may refer you to our onsite support services. These services include legal help, dental care, and other resources commonly helpful to individuals experiencing a mental health crisis.
Law Clinic
Addressing legal issues that disrupt many families with a mental health crisis
Dental Clinic
Unmet medical and dental care needs
Case Managment
Enrollment in programs like Medicaid, housing, employment
Additional programs available at the Crisis Care Center
Bridge Program for Opioid Addiction
Connecting patients experiencing opioid dependency with immediate care and long-term support
Recovery Works Intensive Outpatient Program
Providing adults struggling with substance use disorder intensive structure and comprehensive support for their addiction recovery journey
Mental Health Intensive Outpatient Program
Designed for those needing more support than traditional therapy without the need for full-time hospitalization.
Mental Health Crisis Care or the Emergency Room?
If you or a loved one are experiencing a mental health crisis and need professional help, its important to understand knowing which facility is most appropriate for your circumstances.
Hear From Our Mental Health Specialists
You can positively impact the lives of those in a mental health crisis.
Care you can trust
Ï㽶ÊÓƵ of Utah Health, including Huntsman Mental Health Institute, is fully accredited by DNV, a world leading organization dedicated to safeguarding life, property, and the environment.
Additionally, our crisis service programs are , representing an additional dedication to excellence in patient care. AAS accreditation ensures that we deliver crisis care services according to nationally recognized standards.