John S. Dunn Behavioral Sciences Center

About Us

The John S. Dunn Behavioral Sciences Center is a joint operation between the Health and Human Services Commission and UTHealth Houston. It is a state-of-the-art psychiatric hospital and learning center.

Patients typically stay several days to a few months. Treatment focuses on stabilizing acute psychiatric illnesses and eventually returning to the community where they can continue to heal through community-based options. Our 253,000 square-foot facility opened in 2022.

5615 H. Mark Crosswell Jr. Street      
Houston, TX 77021      
713-500-1500

Visitor Information

We encourage family members and friends to visit their loved ones at our facility. Please arrange your visit before coming.

How to Arrange a Tour

For more information, please call 713-500-1500.