Hope and Healing: CHI’s Mission to Restore Mental Wellness
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Celia Mion, Interim Director of Behavioral Health (left), with Milton Stewart and Kathryn Schreiner from the Crisis Stabilization Unit at the Doris Ison Health Center, supporting those suffering with mental health crises.
There are moments in our lives—and in the lives of our friends and family—when mental health challenges or crises become overwhelming. In such times, it may feel like there is nowhere to turn, either out of fear or simply because people don’t know where to seek help. CHI’s Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) offers a vital lifeline to those in need.
“Our CSU at CHI is a place where individuals can receive stabilization services for severe mental health challenges, life stressors or addiction,” said Celia Mion, Interim Director for Behavioral Health. “We provide detox care for alcohol and substance use in a compassionate and supportive environment.”
The CSU is designed to meet the needs of those requiring immediate attention. Patients can stay for several days, receiving intensive inpatient care tailored to their unique situations. Sometimes, traditional outpatient therapy or a visit to a psychiatrist isn’t enough for someone in crisis. The CSU bridges that gap, offering a safe space to regain stability and start the journey toward recovery.
“Our unit helps individuals reconnect with their sense of self and begin returning to a normal way of life,” Mion added.
After discharge, CSU staff work closely with patients to ensure they have access to ongoing support. They help individuals connect with resources, such as psychiatry or therapy sessions at CHI or services available in the broader community.
“Our team of dedicated professionals is empathetic, highly skilled and genuinely invested in helping every person who walks through our doors,” said Mion. “We’re here to ensure they receive the care and guidance they need to heal and move forward.”
CHI’s Crisis Stabilization Unit is a beacon of hope, offering expert care and personalized support to those experiencing a mental health crisis. For those in need, it not only provides immediate relief, but a pathway to lasting recovery.
The CSU is designed for adults. Although it is a receiving facility for children, those kids must be transferred to another facility tailored specifically to them. That’s why CHI is currently building a Children’s Crisis Center next door. It is expected to open in 2025.
The CSU is open seven days a week and 24 hours each day at the Doris Ison Health Center.
For more information, visit chisouthfl.org/services/behavioral-health-care
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