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31 Years
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Your Trusted Partner for Mental Health Solutions
Chrysalis Health delivers services that strengthen individuals, families, and communities through comprehensive behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1995, we have grown to employ nearly 1,000 dedicated professionals, including therapists, psychiatrists, and case managers, serving children, adolescents, adults, and families across Florida. Our team specializes in individualized treatment programs for mental health and substance use disorders, emphasizing community-based care delivered in homes, schools, and telehealth platforms. Accredited by the Council on Accreditation since 2004, we prioritize clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate care.Our approach integrates evidence-based practices, psychiatric evaluation, crisis intervention, and psychosocial rehabilitation to address diverse client needs. With decades of collective experience, our leadership team ensures operational integrity while maintaining a client-first philosophy. We are committed to advancing mental health awareness, reducing stigma, and fostering sustainable recovery through personalized treatment plans and community partnerships.
Services
Mental Health
Substance Use
Telehealth
Case Management
Psychiatric Services
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in behavioral healthcare.
- Our team of 1,000+ professionals provides personalized treatment plans.
- Services are delivered in homes, schools, and communities for accessibility.
- Accredited by COA since 2004, ensuring quality care.
- Offering telehealth services for convenience.
Associations and certifications
- Council on Accreditation (COA)
What people say
Respectful and personalized care
Safe environment for openness
Effective treatment outcomes
Dedicated and compassionate staff
Telehealth convenience
Services
Mental Health
Our mental health services address conditions ranging from mild anxiety to severe psychiatric disorders through individualized treatment plans. We employ evidence-based therapies, psychiatric evaluation, and crisis intervention tailored to each client's needs. Services are delivered in homes, schools, and community settings to ensure accessibility and contextual relevance.
Substance Use
We offer comprehensive substance use programs combining counseling, relapse prevention, and psychiatric care for individuals struggling with drug or alcohol dependency. Our approach integrates stages-of-change models and life skills development to support sustainable recovery, with services available in outpatient and intensive day program formats.
Telehealth
Telehealth services provide secure video sessions for mental health and substance use care, accessible via smartphone, computer, or tablet. This modality ensures continuity of care for clients who prefer remote access, maintaining the same clinical rigor and personalized attention as in-person visits.
Case Management
Case managers assist clients with complex needs by coordinating care, connecting to community resources, and developing treatment plans. Services include housing support, employment referrals, and advocacy to ensure holistic, long-term recovery and stability for individuals and families.
Psychiatric Services
Board-certified psychiatrists provide diagnostic evaluations, medication management, and treatment oversight for mental health and substance use disorders. Services are integrated with therapy and case management to address biological, psychological, and social aspects of care.
People
Manuel E. Menendez III
Chief Executive Officer
With over 30 years in behavioral healthcare, Manuel leads Chrysalis Health's operations. He transitioned the organization from nonprofit to for-profit in 2006, expanding its clinical and juvenile justice services statewide.
Eduardo Lacasa
Chief Administrative Officer/General Counsel
Eduardo oversees legal and operational strategy with 30+ years of executive experience. He has held federal and state advisory roles and contributes to community boards, including Boys & Girls Clubs and Miami-Dade County Metrozoo.
Leslie Lynch
Chief Program Officer
Leslie directs national program strategies, ensuring clinical and regulatory compliance. With a master's in mental health counseling, she expanded Chrysalis Health's services statewide and advocates for juvenile justice policy reform.
Magin E. Perez
Chief Operating Officer
Magin brings 25+ years of healthcare leadership, previously founding a managed behavioral health organization. He holds an MBA from the University of Texas and engineering expertise from the University of Florida.
Jo-Ann Prisco
Vice President of Payor Contracts and CQI
Jo-Ann oversees payor relations with 25+ years in behavioral healthcare leadership. She developed Florida's first Assertive Community Treatment Team and holds a master's in clinical mental health counseling from Long Island University.
Questions
What mental health services does Chrysalis Health offer?
We provide counseling, psychiatric services, case management, and psychosocial rehabilitation for conditions ranging from mild anxiety to severe psychiatric disorders.
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Yes, secure video sessions are available for mental health and substance use care via smartphone, computer, or tablet.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call (888) 587-0335 to request services or schedule a psychiatry follow-up appointment with our team.
What insurance do you accept?
We work with major insurance providers and Medicaid. Contact our team for specific coverage verification and billing inquiries.
Are crisis services available 24/7?
Yes, our 24/7 crisis support includes Mobile Crisis Teams in Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach counties.
How are treatment plans developed?
After assessment, clinicians create individualized plans combining therapy, medication management, and community resources tailored to each client's unique needs.
