Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health

The Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (LACDMH) is a government agency located in Los Angeles, California. As the largest county mental health department in the United States, LACDMH employs 1,789 people and operates 75 program sites and over 100 co-located sites. LACDMH provides a wide range of mental health services to over 250,000 residents of all ages. The department contracts with approximately 1,000 providers, including non-governmental agencies and individual practitioners, to ensure access to comprehensive care. Services are designed to support hope, well-being, and recovery for individuals facing mental health challenges. LACDMH's diverse workforce comprises nurses, psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, marriage and family therapists, medical doctors, community workers, trained family members, and trained mental health consumers. This multidisciplinary approach allows for personalized care tailored to the unique needs of each individual. For more information about the services offered by LACDMH, visit their website at dmh.lacounty.gov.