Tufts Medicine Behavioral Health Hospital provides care for children, teens, adults and seniors who are facing behavioral health challenges, including people also managing substance use. Our hospital is in Malden, Massachusetts, and we help people from Boston and nearby communities get the support they need to feel better and move forward with confidence.
Why choose us
Our inpatient hospital offers a safe, supportive environment where hope and healing can grow. We provide care for people facing behavioral health challenges, including those also managing substance use. Our team is dedicated to providing high-quality care that meets the unique needs of every person we serve.
Our approach to care focuses on three key elements:
- Person-centered care: We know every person is different, so treatment plans are tailored to individual needs, helping people grow and reach goals that matter to them.
- Evidence-based therapies: We use proven therapies alongside innovative treatment strategies, so the care we provide is grounded in science and designed to give the best possible results.
- Continuity of care: We offer a seamless range of services, supporting people at every stage of their healing journey.
Our team includes a wide range of behavioral health professionals who work together to support each person’s healing journey:
- Psychiatrists: Doctors who diagnose and treat behavioral health conditions and prescribe medications, including specialists for children, teens and older adults
- Psychiatric nurse practitioners: Nurses who provide therapy and prescribe medications under the guidance of a psychiatrist
- Psychologists: Experts in therapy and assessment who help people understand their thoughts, emotions and behaviors
- Licensed clinical social workers: Provide counseling, support, and help connect people to resources in the community
- Psychiatric nurses and licensed practical nurses: Provide day-to-day care, monitor health and support treatment plans
- Primary care doctors: Address general health needs and coordinate with the behavioral health team
- Pharmacists: Ensure safe and effective use of medications
- Case managers: Help plan and coordinate care, including follow-up and community resources
- Dietitians: Support nutrition and healthy eating as part of overall wellness
- Mental health counselors: Provide therapy and support for behavioral health challenges
- Behavioral health associates and technicians: Assist with daily activities, group programs and therapy support
- Occupational therapists: Help people develop skills to manage daily life and improve independence
- Recreational therapists: Use activities and exercises to support wellness and social connection
- Art and music therapists: Use creative therapies to help people express themselves and manage emotions
Our team works together to provide personalized care in a safe, supportive environment, helping each person achieve stability, progress and lasting wellness.
What we offer
At Tufts Medicine Behavioral Health Hospital in Malden, Massachusetts, we provide compassionate, research-informed behavioral healthcare for people of all ages. From children and teens to adults and seniors, our programs are designed to meet each person where they are and help them move forward with confidence in a safe, supportive environment. As a teaching hospital affiliated with Tufts University, we stay at the forefront of the latest therapies and advances to ensure every care plan is effective and up to date.
Personalized care for every individual
Every person who comes to our hospital receives a care plan created just for them. We help people facing a wide range of behavioral health challenges, including:
- Anxiety: Tools to manage stress, worry and panic
- Bipolar disorder: Help with mood swings and emotional balance
- Co-occurring substance use: Integrated care for behavioral health and substance challenges
- Depression: Support to lift mood, build energy and find hope
- Personality disorders: Strategies to improve relationships and coping
- PTSD: Guidance to process trauma and regain stability
- Schizophrenia: Support to manage symptoms and daily life
- Dementia: Specialty psychiatric care for older adults
Proven therapies that make a difference
We use treatments that research has shown to work, so you can feel confident your care is effective. Our evidence-based therapies include:
- Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT): Focuses on living a meaningful life while managing challenges
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT): Helps you identify and change thought patterns that hold you back
- Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT): Teaches skills to manage emotions and strengthen relationships
- Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT): Specialized treatment for severe conditions when other approaches aren’t enough
Using therapies backed by research gives you the best chance for lasting progress, helping you feel more in control and supported every step of the way.
What makes Tufts Medicine Behavioral Health Hospital in Malden unique
If you or a loved one are seeking behavioral healthcare, Tufts Medicine Behavioral Health Hospital is here to help. Our team provides person-centered, research-backed care in a safe and supportive environment.
Our Malden hospital is designed to help people feel comfortable, build coping skills and make lasting progress. In our therapeutic setting, patients learn tools to manage emotions, handle stress and navigate life’s challenges. This gives them confidence and independence as they move forward on their healing journey.
Every detail of our hospital—from our calming spaces to our dedicated staff—is created to make patients feel supported while focusing on long-term wellness. Whether it’s your first time seeking care or you’re continuing your journey, our environment is here to help you heal, grow and thrive.
