The Reality of Holiday Stress The Holiday Season is often associated with joy, peace, and togetherness with friends and family. But when we take an honest look at this time of year, we also see that the Holidays can bring stress, overwhelming situations, loneliness, and even feelings of despair. Many people find themselves balancing cheer with anxiety and excitement with emotional strain. At Starting Point Behavioral Healthcare (SPBH), our mission is to support emotional wel

A Mission Rooted in Community Care Since 1992, Starting Point Behavioral Healthcare  has been a cornerstone of mental health and addiction recovery services in Northeast Florida. Every day, the organization works to ensure that children, adults, and families have access to compassionate, evidence-based behavioral healthcare, no matter their income level, background, or circumstances. Starting Point’s mission is simple but deeply powerful: To promote emotional wellness through

Starting Point Behavioral Healthcare has once again been awarded a Three-Year Accreditation from CARF International (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities) — the highest level of recognition granted by the global accrediting body. Starting Point has maintained continuous CARF accreditation since 2000, demonstrating excellence through rigorous, independent evaluations of its programs, practices, and service outcomes. The renewed accreditation applies to the