McNabb Center
EmPATH Unit
Walk-in crisis care for adults in a calm, supportive, trauma-informed environment—with immediate access to psychiatry for evaluation and medication support.
Walk-in Address: 1515 Saint Mary Street, Knoxville, TN 37917 | Phone: (865) 539-2409
What we do
EmPATH (Emergency Psychiatric Assessment, Treatment and Healing) is designed to quickly and compassionately stabilize people experiencing a behavioral health crisis and support next steps with comprehensive transition and discharge planning.
Care you can expect
- Psychiatric evaluation
- Medication assessment & support
- Therapeutic support
- Discharge planning & connection to ongoing care
Environment
- Calm, supportive setting
- Trauma-informed approach
- Dedicated behavioral health team
- Walk-in triage/reception
What to expect
Your care team
A dedicated multidisciplinary team may include psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, master’s level clinicians, mental health technicians, and peer specialists.
Get Well Now Walk-In Clinic (on site)
In partnership with River Valley Health, Get Well Now is located inside the EmPATH building and provides sick care and non-emergency medical services for adults and children, regardless of health insurance status.
Clinic Hours
- Monday–Thursday: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm
- Friday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Hours & Location
EmPATH (Walk-in)
Open: 24/7, 365 days a year
Address: 1515 Saint Mary Street, Knoxville, TN 37917
Phone: (865) 539-2409
Eligibility
Adults 18+ experiencing a behavioral health crisis.
When to call 911
If there is an immediate medical emergency, call 911.
Walk in anytime — help starts here
EmPATH is open 24/7. Come directly to our walk-in location at 1515 Saint Mary Street in Knoxville.
