Psychiatric home visits are a specialized mental health service in which a mental health professional, such as a psychiatrist, psychologist, nurse practitioner, or social worker, visits a patient’s home to provide assessment, treatment, and support for mental health issues. This approach is particularly valuable in cases where individuals have difficulty accessing traditional-based mental health care due to physical limitations or severe symptoms that may prevent them from leaving their homes.

Psychiatric home visits are especially beneficial for individuals with severe mental health disorders, such as schizophrenia or agoraphobia, as well as for older adults or those with physical disabilities who may have difficulty going to a mental health clinic. These visits aim to improve access to mental health care, enhance treatment engagement, and promote recovery within the familiar environment of the patient’s home. They are typically conducted by appointment and scheduled in advance to ensure that both the patient and the provider can dedicate sufficient time to the visit.