UC Davis Health recognizes that women have unique mental health challenges. Our Women’s Mental Health Clinic focuses exclusively on mental health concerns related to female hormones, pregnancy, postpartum and menopause.

Our behavioral health psychiatrists and therapists are professionals who provide the newest options for diagnosing, treating and preventing mental health conditions.

No matter your health concern, you will receive compassionate, complete care. Our team diagnoses and treats the full range of concerns related to female hormones, pregnancy, postpartum and menopause.

Women are more than twice as likely than men to experience an anxiety disorder in their lifetimes. We provide customized treatment based on your preferences, including counseling, medications, or a combination of both.

Many women experience ADHD but may be less likely to receive the correct diagnosis than men. With compassion and expertise, our comprehensive ADHD Clinical Services address the needs of women with this condition.

Many women experience autism, but their traits and personalities may look different from those of men with the condition. Our team understands the unique ways women can experience the world with autism, and we provide customized care through our nationally recognized MIND Institute.

Hormonal changes during menstruation, pregnancy or menopause may impact the severity of bipolar moods. Psychiatrists at UC Davis Health use evidence-based treatment methods, including medications and therapy.

Research shows that women are more likely to experience dementia and age-related mental changes. Our Healthy Aging Clinic features a compassionate team that understands your needs as a woman.

Women of all ages can experience eating disorders. We provide expert care for all types of eating disorders, including anorexia, bulimia and binge eating disorder.

Detecting psychosis in its early stages gives you the best chance at a successful recovery. Our nationally recognized Early Psychosis Program takes a proactive approach, treating early psychosis before it becomes more serious.

For some women, menstrual cycles cause mental health changes that interfere with their well-being. We have years of experience treating these conditions, including premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) and menopause-related anxiety and depression.

Pregnancy and the postpartum period can trigger mental health conditions in women. Our mental health providers diagnose and treat a range of these conditions, including anxiety during pregnancy, postpartum depression and postpartum psychosis.

Women can experience sleep problems for many reasons, including mental health conditions and hormonal changes. Our Sleep Medicine Clinic provides expert care for any type of sleep disorder, including insomnia, sleep apnea and rare or complex parasomnias.

If you struggle with alcohol, prescription medication or street drug use or abuse, you’re not alone. At our Substance Use Disorder Treatment Clinic, you receive ongoing support from a team of behavioral health specialists.

Trauma can affect your life in profound ways, but our experts are here to empower you and help you heal. We designed our RESTART Trauma Recovery Program specifically to support trauma survivors with assessments, therapy, medication and stress reduction.

Some people are born with genes that make them more likely to experience mental health or substance use disorders.

Head injuries can increase your risk for some mental health conditions.

Chronic medical conditions can make you more prone to mental health conditions.

Traumatic life experiences, such as abuse or human trafficking, can make a variety of mental health conditions more likely.