UC San Diego Community Psychiatry Program

The UC San Diego Community Psychiatry Program (CPP) is dedicated to training the next generation of psychiatrists to become community-based, public sector clinicians and leaders. This specialized track, developed in partnership with San Diego County and community organizations, equips residents with the clinical skills and systems-level understanding needed to address the mental health needs of underserved populations across diverse settings. Through innovative clinical rotations, leadership training, and a focus on culturally competent, recovery-oriented care, the program prepares physicians to make a meaningful impact in public mental health and to lead collaborative efforts that improve access and outcomes for the communities they serve.