Psychiatry

At Hospital CIMA San José, we firmly believe that taking care of mental health is as important as addressing any other medical condition. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive and specialized Psychiatry service, designed to provide high-quality care to patients with various mental and emotional disorders, in a safe and welcoming environment.

Exclusive and Specialized Area in Psychiatry

We are the only private hospital in Costa Rica with an exclusive Psychiatry area, caring for the mental illnesses of our patients with an innovative approach and personalized care. Our unit is located in the D Wing of the hospital and is designed to provide:

  • Safe and comfortable spaces, designed for the peace of mind of the patient and their family.
  • Adapted rooms for patients with psychiatric requirements.
  • Unique isolation room in Central America, ideal for continuous monitoring of critical patients.
  • 24/7 monitoring by trained professionals.
  • High-security protocols in access control and direct attention.

Specialized Multidisciplinary Team

The care of our patients is in the hands of a multidisciplinary team composed of:

  • Psychiatrists
  • Clinical psychologists
  • Specialized nurses
  • Occupational therapists

All of them are highly qualified and committed to the comprehensive well-being of each person, providing personalized care, adapted to each need and condition.

Most Common Conditions Treated

We treat a wide range of mental and behavioral disorders, including:

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Suicidal ideation
  • Behavioral disorders
  • Eating disorders
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Psychosis
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
  • Panic attacks
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Addictions
  • Autism spectrum disorders (ASD)

Attention to Special Populations

Our approach also adapts to the particular needs of different population groups:

  • Children and adolescents
  • Older adults
  • Veterans
  • Adults in general

This allows us to provide a highly sensitive, respectful, and effective service depending on the stage of life and situation of each patient

Insurance and payment methods

All payments corresponding to outpatient services, hospitalization and surgery will be previously verified by the Account Analysis Department and subsequently processed by the Admissions and Cashiers area.