about us
As the premier provider of comprehensive mental health, substance abuse, and community-based services in Osceola, Orange, Seminole, and Polk Counties, SCARF is proud to offer high-quality outpatient services that meet the needs of the community.
SCARF Believes
Our children are the rock on which our future will be built, our greatest asset as a nation. They will be the leaders of our country, the creators of our national wealth, those who care for and protect our people. –Nelson Mandela
mission
To give at-risk children and families the opportunity to reach their full potential by breaking down barriers, increasing community support and maximizing personal growth.
vision
Every child will grow up in a healthy family.
Our Values
We are committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical behavior in all our operations.
We strive to act with integrity and fairness, while always putting the welfare of our customers and communities first.
We believe that our commitment to ethical practices is essential to achieving our shared goals and values.
At SCARF, we believe honesty is the foundation of any successful relationship.
We strive to be honest with our customers, our partners, and ourselves.
We believe that being truthful and open leads to better understanding, communication, and trust.
Honesty is key in earning and maintaining long-term relationships with our customers.
We are committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity in all our business dealings.
Our team includes doctors, nurses, therapists, case workers, and staff, each an expert in their respective fields. Their unwavering commitment is to deliver top-notch care and expertise, guaranteeing the utmost in health and wellness quality.
At SCARF, we work together collaboratively as a team and with our external partners to ensure the highest quality of mental health services for our clients.
Our commitment to collaboration ensures that everyone’s opinions and perspectives are heard, respected, and valued.
We strive to provide the best care possible, and our collaborative approach is key to achieving this.
At SCARF, we believe that mental health care should not only be effective but also compassionate.
We strive to provide compassionate and supportive care for our clients, understanding that everyone’s experience with mental health is unique.
Our approach is both holistic and individualized, utilizing evidence-based practices to ensure our clients receive the best possible care.
Our Treatment Philosophy
of mental health disorders and substance use disorders as a process of change through which individuals improve their health and wellness, live a self-directed life, and strive to reach their full potential.
range of services, including both in-person and telehealth services such as Adult and Adolescent Counseling, Couples Counseling, Group Medical Therapy, Case Management, Adolescent Substance Use Disorder (SUD) support, Parenting Classes, and Psychiatric Assistance.
as a treatable disease that with support and evidenced-based treatment and interventions, individuals can recover and live productive lives.
Individuals living with mental health, substance use, or co-occurring conditions benefit from positive social connections from their family and friends who are dedicated in the holistic, self-determined recovery of the individual.
Why work with Children?
-because the heart hurts when one child hurts
WHY WORK WITH FAMILIES?
-because strong families equal stronger children
Why Multiple Services?
-because life is intricate and challenging, and we should never shy away from addressing its complexities
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“Providing hope through quality behavioral healthcare for at-risk children and families.”
Convenient, Local, and Affordable Mental Health and Substance Abuse Care
At SCARF, we recognize and value the diversity of our population, which includes rural and urban cultures and a wide range of variations within the counties we serve. As such, we take an integrated approach to treatment that emphasizes the uniqueness of each family within the context of their community.
We understand that everyone’s unique needs require a tailored approach to treatment, and we strive to provide the best possible solutions for every person.
Second, we base our service and treatment in the belief that therapy is a useful intervention that should lead patients to independence.!
Our goal is to choose the most effective approach for the family and to be ever-focused on seeing each member achieve independence in the least amount of time.
we are accredited
At SCARF, we are proud to hold the distinction of CARF accreditation.
This prestigious certification is the result of a rigorous process, which saw an assessment of over 1,400 standards by a dedicated team from CARF. Following their report on our strengths and areas for improvement,
SCARF successfully demonstrated conformance and earned this esteemed accreditation.
