Bradley Center - St Francis Emory Healthcare

24/7 Admissions Access

Patients experiencing psychiatric or substance use crises can access care 24/7 through the center’s walk-in or scheduled assessment services. This immediate availability makes it a crucial resource for individuals and families navigating acute mental health episodes or uncertain about where to turn for help. The center’s city-based hospital setting enables rapid intake and stabilization for patients in distress.

Full Continuum of Care in One Location

The center supports patients through every stage of treatment without requiring them to leave the campus or start over elsewhere. Individuals entering in crisis can receive immediate stabilization and continue working with the same care team as their needs evolve. This continuity minimizes disruptions, helps build trust in care providers, and ensures that evolving diagnoses or medication plans are managed in real time.

Inclusive Age-Specific Programs

The center offers specialized programs for children ages 10+, adolescents, adults, and seniors. Care is further personalized through gender-specific and LGBTQ-inclusive services, creating safer spaces for open dialogue and support. Staff adjust therapeutic approaches to reflect each group’s unique needs. Sign language services are available for deaf or hard-of-hearing patients. This adapted structure increases the likelihood of engagement and meaningful progress during treatment.

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Available

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) offers a non-invasive option for adults with depression who haven’t responded to traditional medications. Using the NeuroStar system, magnetic pulses are directed to specific areas of the brain that regulate mood. Treatments are done on-site in a calm outpatient setting, typically five days a week over several weeks. Each 40-minute session is supervised by a trained team that includes a psychiatrist and a dedicated TMS coordinator, ensuring consistency and safety throughout the process. Patients remain awake and alert, with no need for anesthesia or recovery time.

Patient Reviews

Patient feedback highlights the kindness of clinical staff and their willingness to assist, even when patients weren’t ultimately admitted. Several reviews mention successful diagnosis and helpful medication adjustments. Others noted issues with communication during discharge and administrative inefficiencies, including long phone hold times. Room conditions and comfort also received some criticism.