The goal of behavioral medicine is to assist individuals who are experiencing mental, emotional or substance abuse problems so that they may lead more stable, productive lives. Services begin with a clinical assessment for referral to the most appropriate level of care for an individual or family. Behavioral medicine offers mental health and chemical dependency services for adolescents, adults and older adults in a variety of inpatient and outpatient settings.

Behavioral Medicine Services at South Pointe Hospital include:
- 24-hour intake and information line: (216) 761-7990
- Adult and older adult inpatient psychiatric care
- Intensive outpatient chemical dependency treatment for adults
- Mental health and substance abuse assessments for adults, older adults, adolescents and children
- Individual, couples, family and group therapy programs
- Medication management
- Psychiatric evaluation