Meridian Behavioral Healthcare, located in Gainesville, Florida, has been a cornerstone of mental health and substance use treatment since 1971. With 13 patient service centers across North Central Florida, Meridian is dedicated to transforming communities by offering compassionate, comprehensive care.
Their range of services includes crisis intervention, residential treatment, outpatient programs, and community-based initiatives. Crisis Services provide 24/7 emergency evaluations and interventions for individuals facing acute psychiatric or substance-related crises. For those requiring more intensive support, Residential Services offer long-term treatment, counseling, and rehabilitation, primarily for individuals with serious substance use disorders or severe mental illnesses. Outpatient Services cater to mild to moderate conditions, supporting sustainable recovery through evidence-based therapies. Additionally, Meridian’s community-based programs engage individuals within their environments, promoting treatment and wellness.
Meridian’s commitment extends beyond traditional treatment. They offer specialized programs such as the Mother’s Intensive Supportive Treatment (MIST) for pregnant and parenting women battling addiction, and the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF), assisting veterans and their families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Their outreach and prevention efforts aim to identify and engage those in need, preventing deterioration and reducing the necessity for intensive care.
Emphasizing values encapsulated in the acronym H.E.A.R.T.—Hope, Empathy, Accountability, Resilience, and Teamwork—Meridian strives to provide high-quality care with integrity and compassion. Their holistic approach includes a primary care clinic, pharmacy services, housing programs, and telehealth options, ensuring accessible and comprehensive support for all individuals on their journey to recovery.
Meridian Behavioral Healthcare is dedicated to transforming lives through compassionate, comprehensive mental health and substance use services across North Central Florida.
