Shanghai Mental Health Center

Shanghai Mental Health Center

star 4.80 · 61 Reviews location_on Shanghai
verifiedClass A tertiary specialized hospital in China Est. 1935
Ranking One of the top psychiatric specialty hospitals in China
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1935
Established
2,141+
Beds
1.2M+
Annual outpatients
0+
Annual surgeries
Chinese, English
Language support

About the hospital

Shanghai Mental Health Center is one of the leading psychiatric specialty medical institutions in China. It has long focused on the clinical diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders, mental health services, crisis intervention, sleep medicine, addiction medicine, child and adolescent mental health, and geriatric mental disorders. The hospital has strong clinical and research experience in severe mental disorders, depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, obsessive-compulsive disorder, sleep disorders, and psychological crisis intervention. It has a relatively complete specialty tiered care system, psychological assessment and treatment system, and multidisciplinary diagnosis and treatment capabilities. As a regional mental health center, its technical strengths mainly lie in specialty talent resources, complex case management, long-term follow-up systems, integrated management of psychotherapy and medication therapy, and the development of a mental illness prevention and treatment network coordinated with the public health system.

Why choose this hospital

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Strong psychiatric specialty hospital

Covers core areas such as severe mental disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, sleep disorders, and child and adolescent mental health.

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Crisis intervention capability

Has the ability to identify, intervene in, and provide long-term management for acute and severe psychiatric emergencies, making it suitable for complex and high-risk cases.

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Lifespan-based care

Provides continuous diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up support from childhood and adolescence through older adulthood in mental health care.

Top specialties

4 departments

Department of Forensic Medicine

Specialized forensic psychiatry and judicial psychiatry platform at Shanghai Mental Health Center

Responsible for forensic psychiatric evaluations, assessments of mental injury, assessments of decision-making capacity, and related services, leveraging the advantages of a dedicated psychiatric specialty to support judicial proceedings and social governance.

Geriatric Psychiatry

Key specialty subspecialty of Shanghai Mental Health Center

Focused on the diagnosis and treatment of depression in older adults, cognitive disorders, delirium, and behavioral and psychological symptoms, with integrated pharmacological, psychological, and rehabilitation interventions.

Psychiatry

The department has long ranked among the top in Fudan University's China Hospital Specialty Reputation Rankings for Psychiatry.

Provides diagnosis and treatment for depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, geriatric mental disorders, child and adolescent mental disorders, and substance use disorders, with services including medication treatment, psychotherapy, physical therapies, and rehabilitation management.

Clinical Psychology

An important training center for clinical psychological services and psychotherapy in Shanghai.

Provides psychological assessment, counseling, psychotherapy, and comprehensive intervention for mental and psychological disorders, with a focus on depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, personality disorders, eating disorders, and adolescent mental health concerns. Offers individual, group, and family therapy services.

Leading experts

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Zhao Min

Chief Physician, Professor, Doctoral Supervisor

Specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of alcohol- and drug-use disorders

35 years experience

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Shen Yaping

Chief Physician

Specializes in adolescent emotional issues and family therapy

20 years experience

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Li Chunbo

Chief Physician, Professor, Doctoral Supervisor

Specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of depression, anxiety, and psychosomatic disorders

28 years experience

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Wang Zucheng

Chief Physician, Professor, Doctoral Supervisor

Specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of schizophrenia and severe mental disorders

36 years experience

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Zhang Mingyuan

Chief Physician, Professor

Specializes in psychological assessment and the diagnosis and treatment of mood disorders

16 years experience

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Huang Jizhong

Associate Chief Physician

Specializes in interpersonal relationship issues and stress management

14 years experience

Getting there

Typical flight duration to Shanghai

flight Taipei ~1.5h flight Seoul ~1.5h flight Hong Kong ~2h flight Macau ~2h flight Osaka ~2h flight Tokyo ~2.5h flight Manila ~2.5h flight Hanoi ~3h
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Hotels near the hospital

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International patient services

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Cross-border appointment scheduling

Outpatient consultations and care coordination may be arranged through international medical services or appointment channels.

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Language support

Basic English communication support may be available; for complex communication, it is recommended to arrange interpretation or an escort service in advance.

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Medical record organization

Support is available for organizing and pre-screening prior medical history, imaging, and medication records to facilitate prompt consultation.

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Patient reviews

4.80 star · 61 Reviews
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Undisclosed patient

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I have been suffering from severe depression for more than two years, and previous treatment was not very effective. This year I came to Shanghai Mental Health Center. The doctor was highly skilled and precisely adjusted my antidepressant regimen, and was extremely patient in answering my concerns in detail. After several months of systematic treatment, my low mood symptoms have significantly improved, my sleep quality has greatly improved, and I am now able to return to normal work and life. I am very grateful for the doctor’s careful diagnosis and treatment!

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Undisclosed patient

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I have had a diagnosis of severe depression for two years, and my condition had fluctuated repeatedly before. This year, I came to Shanghai Mental Health Center for treatment. The doctor made an accurate diagnosis and prescribed medication conservatively, without causing any serious side effects. During the consultation, the doctor was extremely patient and gentle, and listened carefully to my concerns. After several months of systematic treatment, my sleep quality has improved significantly, my mood has gradually stabilized, and I have now successfully regained my normal ability to work. I am very grateful for the doctor’s excellent medical skills and professional ethics!

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Undisclosed patient

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I have severe depression, and my previous treatment was not effective. This year, I came to Shanghai Mental Health Center, where the doctor made an accurate diagnosis and adjusted my medication plan very precisely. During the consultation, the doctor was very patient and answered my concerns gently. After nearly several months of systematic treatment, my mood has improved significantly, my sleep quality has basically returned to normal, and all psychological assessment indicators have become stable. I am grateful for the doctor's skilled medical expertise, which has helped me regain hope in life!

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Undisclosed patient

star star star star star 2026-08-15

I have had severe depression for more than two years, with repeated episodes. This year I came to Shanghai Mental Health Center and met a very responsible doctor. The doctor made an extremely accurate diagnosis and was especially patient and attentive in providing care. At every visit, the doctor listened carefully and adjusted my medication precisely. After several months of systematic treatment, my mood has improved significantly, my sleep quality has increased greatly, and the indicators on my psychological assessments have basically returned to normal. I am now able to return to a normal life. I am very grateful!

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