Professional Overview
Dr. Valorie S. Haves, MD is a highly experienced psychiatrist affiliated with Einstein Healthcare Network—now part of Jefferson Health—in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She holds over 40 years of clinical experience in psychiatry, with a specialization in psychotic disorders and extensive expertise in crisis intervention and mental illness management. Dr. Haves is based at the Einstein Crisis Response Center (CRC), where she serves as Medical Director and also holds the position of Assistant Chair in the psychiatry department.
Her medical education was completed at University C.E.T.E.C. / School of Medicine, graduating in 1983, followed by a residency in psychiatry and a fellowship in Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry at the University of Pennsylvania Health System.
Roles and Responsibilities
Dr. Haves is the Medical Director of the Einstein Crisis Response Center, a key program within Einstein Healthcare Network. The CRC is recognized for its innovative mental health crisis intervention strategies, particularly its successful training programs for law enforcement officers to address mental health crises with expertise and compassion. This program has been publicly acknowledged and featured in local media reports, emphasizing its impactful role in community mental health.
Additionally, as Assistant Chair of the psychiatry department, Dr. Haves is responsible for clinical oversight and leadership, contributing to the strategic development of psychiatric services at Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital.
Clinical Expertise and Focus Areas
Dr. Haves' clinical focus includes a broad spectrum of psychiatric disorders with a demonstrated high treatment frequency in the following areas:
- Nondependent Drug and Alcohol Abuse, including alcoholism (alcohol dependence) and drug and alcohol dependence
- Psychotic Disorders, including schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, and delusional disorder
- Mood Disorders, including major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, and chronic depression (dysthymia)
- Personality Disorders, such as borderline and antisocial personality disorder
- Anxiety Disorders, including obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and panic disorder
- Substance Use Disorders, covering amphetamine, cocaine, opioid, hallucinogen, sedative, and marijuana abuse or dependence
- Other Conditions: adjustment disorder, traumatic brain injury, suicidal ideation, psychiatric medication therapy, and psychological evaluation.
Her scope of practice reflects a comprehensive approach to both acute and chronic mental health conditions, with a significant emphasis on addiction psychiatry and crisis care.
Institutional Affiliations and Location
Dr. Haves practices at:
- Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital
5501 Old York Road, Philadelphia, PA 19141
This hospital has received 18 hospital awards, including America’s 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023–2025) and Patient Safety Excellence Awards™ (2025), positioning it as a leading healthcare institution nationally for patient safety and quality care.
Her office location is:
101 E Olney Ave, 4th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19120
Phone: (215) 951-8300
Recognition and Awards
- Recipient of the Lechter Award for Clinical Excellence (June 2024), recognizing her outstanding clinical judgment and leadership within the Crisis Response Center.
- Frequently praised by peers and clinical staff for her clinical expertise and judgment.
- Selected as a Distinguished Fellow by the American Psychiatric Association (APA) in the 65th and 69th Convocations of Distinguished Fellows.
- Active contributor to psychiatric research with over 200 peer-reviewed articles published, although specific publication listings are not detailed here.
- Her work in crisis intervention has been covered in media outlets such as NBC10 Philadelphia, illustrating her role as a thought leader in innovative psychiatric crisis management and community mental health outreach.
Key Programs and Initiatives
- Einstein Crisis Response Center (CRC): Under Dr. Haves’ leadership, the CRC delivers specialized crisis intervention services and collaborates with police departments to develop mental health crisis training, which has demonstrable positive outcomes in reducing stigma and improving the handling of psychiatric emergencies.
- Public education and community outreach efforts, including media appearances, underscore her commitment to mental health awareness and reducing systemic barriers to effective psychiatric care.
Organizational Context: Einstein Healthcare Network
Einstein Healthcare Network, integrated with Jefferson Health since 2021, operates multiple state-of-the-art facilities in the Greater Philadelphia region, including Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital. The network is renowned for its excellence across multiple specialties, including neuroscience, cancer care, heart and vascular care, and behavioral health. Einstein’s emphasis on compassionate, high-quality care spans over 150 years, reflecting an established reputation in the region.
The network maintains targeted programs to support diverse populations, including an LGBTQIA+ pride program, and promotes innovation in both clinical care and medical education.
This profile delineates Dr. Valorie Haves as a key clinical and administrative leader in psychiatry within a major regional health system, with particular strengths in crisis response, addiction psychiatry, and severe mental illness. Her longstanding clinical experience and leadership in evidence-based crisis intervention programs position her as an influential figure in mental health services delivery in Philadelphia.
