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HHSC, UT Southwestern Medical Center celebrate opening of new psychiatric hospital in Dallas - UT Southwestern Medical Center
Texas HHSC (Google News) · June 17, 2026
In plain language
The Texas Behavioral Health Center has officially opened in Dallas to provide mental health services for both children and adults. This modern hospital includes 292 beds and features helpful spaces like a gym, greenhouse, beauty salon, and café to help patients prepare for life after their stay. The facility was designed to use natural light and outdoor areas to create a comfortable environment for recovery. Admissions are expected to begin this summer for those in need of inpatient psychiatric care.
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Key takeaways
- The new Texas Behavioral Health Center in Dallas offers 200 beds for adults and 92 beds for children.
- UT Southwestern Medical Center will operate the facility in partnership with the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
- The hospital features therapeutic spaces including a greenhouse, chapel, and secure outdoor areas to support patient well-being.
- This project is part of a multi-billion dollar state investment to modernize and expand mental health hospitals across Texas.
- Patient admissions at the new Dallas facility are scheduled to start during the summer of 2026.
HHSC, UT Southwestern Medical Center celebrate opening of new psychiatric hospital in Dallas UT Southwestern Medical Center
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