About Us

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities.
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Who We Are

Congress established the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) in 1992 to make substance use and mental disorder information, services, and research more accessible. Visit "Who We Are" to learn more.

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SAMHSA Strategic Plan

The SAMHSA Strategic Plan FY2019 - FY2023 provides a roadmap to carry out the vision and mission of SAMHSA over the next four years. The Plan outlines core principles, five priority areas with goals and measurable objectives, and examples of key performance and outcome measures. Read SAMHSA's Strategic Plan (PDF | 567 KB).

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Social Media

Connect with SAMHSA through Facebook, Twitter, the SAMHSA blog, or YouTube, and learn more about SAMHSA's social media outreach efforts. Visit "Social Media" to learn more and see SAMHSA's social media feeds.

Interagency Activities

SAMHSA works closely with other health agencies to advance behavioral health priorities.

Learn more about interagency activities, including the Behavioral Health Coordinating Council.

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Budget

The SAMHSA budget supports programs to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities.

SAMHSA FY 2018 Congressional Budget Justification (PDF | 3.6 MB)

Learn more about SAMHSA's current and historical budget documents.

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Jobs & Internships

SAMHSA is looking for qualified men and women to join in the mission to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities. Visit "Jobs & Internships" to learn more.

Last Updated: 09/11/2014