Persad Center
Community Services/Non-ProfitsHours:
5301 Butler St Suite 100, Pittsburgh PA 15201 Hours
About Persad Center
Persad Center, the nation's second oldest licensed mental health center, was founded in 1972 to serve the LGBTQ+ community. Started by a group of gay activists in Allegheny County, the center was created in response to the demand for specialized, nondiscriminatory services expressed by LGBTQ+ individuals. The staff at Persad Center are widely praised for their knowledge, patience, and empathy. The clinical admin manager, Tammie, is described as having a welcoming and warm voice, making clients feel valued. The facility is described as nice and super welcoming, with an amazing staff from the front desk to the therapists. Persad Center is seen as a safe and trustworthy place for the LGBTQ+ community to be themselves. Many clients express gratitude for the support and resources provided, including a wonderful pantry that the public can donate to. However, some clients have reported difficulties in reaching the center and getting connected with a therapist in a timely manner. Overall, Persad Center is lauded as a crucial resource for the LGBTQ+ community, providing much-needed mental health services and support.
Most Recent Reviews
August 2023
I’ve been a patient at Persad for a year now and have had a wonderful experience. I see both a therapist and a psychiatrist for my generalized anxiety and panic disorder. Everyone I have dealt with has been warm and compassionate. My therapist Kathy has changed my life and I will be forever grateful!
February 2023
We need more caring hands like this for our people in need. Mental health has never gone away and I am so happy that it’s becoming more accepted so we can focus on making it better by adding more resources to our community. This is exactly was Persad aims to do!
February 2023
this place is absolutely amazing and definitely helps those who need it. i’m so grateful to be able to stop in and get the essentials i need
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