The Behavioral Health Unit (BHU) is a Police-Mental Health Collaboration (PMHC) between Gwinnett County Police Department and View Point Health. A PMHC is a law enforcement-based co-responder program that utilizes teams consisting of a police officer and a licensed mental health professional to provide on scene intervention for individuals experiencing a behavioral health crisis. PMHC programs are supported by the U.S. Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Assistance.

BHU teams are specially trained in crisis response and intervention. They are available to respond to in-progress crisis calls, conduct follow-up visits, and help consumers navigate the mental and behavioral health systems. BHU teams also meet with community groups, conduct training, and provide educational information to the public about co-responder programs and how they fit in public service response to behavioral health.