Gulfport Behavioral Health To Close Outpatient Mental Health Clinics

Mississippi-based Gulfport Behavioral Health (Gulfport) recently announced it is ending its outpatient mental health clinic services in October of this year. According to statements from Gulfport leadership, the reason for the decision is to allow the organization to focus more on its inpatient services.

The closure has created some worry among individuals who utilize Gulfport’s outpatient services, although Gulfport states it will help such individuals to transition to other mental health care provider organizations in the area. Beginning in the fall, Gulfport plans to expand its inpatient facility to 74 beds for children and teens, bringing its total . . .