Sheppard Pratt is the nation's largest private, nonprofit provider of behavioral health services. Founded in 1853, the organization delivers a wide range of care across Maryland, serving over 80,000 people annually through more than 160 programs. Its mission is built on core values of meeting a need, leading, caring, and respecting those it serves.
The organization operates inpatient psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment centers, and outpatient mental health clinics. It also runs special education schools for students with special needs and provides community-based support services. For more than 30 years, it has been ranked a top psychiatric hospital by U.S. News & World Report.
Sheppard Pratt maintains a world-class research institute that drives innovation in the behavioral health field. Its work spans mental health care, special education, and community support across 16 counties in Maryland, operating as a nonprofit focused on compassionate care.