The Sylvia Brafman Mental Health Center
The Sylvia Brafman Mental Health Center offers individualized, clinically excellent care for mental health and co-occurring substance issues in a warm, residential setting in Tamarac, Florida. Its unique blend of evidence-based treatment, family engagement, vocational reintegration, and spiritual care creates a healing environment that supports whole-person recovery.
The center emphasizes depth and intimacy—through tailored PHP, IOP, and outpatient care—supported by spiritual pathways like 12-Step immersion, creative therapies like sound healing, and forward-thinking programs such as career launch. Accredited and licensed for both Florida and Georgia, it’s backed by experienced leaders and thoughtful, customized treatment planning.
The Center’s philosophy centers on treating the individual—not just symptoms—through a holistic framework. Clients undergo initial assessments that inform personalized plans incorporating therapy modalities such as CBT, ACT, EMDR, while families engage through structured support sessions. Spiritual healing is interwoven through lectures, 12-Step immersion, and guidance from Spiritual Ambassadors.
Career Launch equips clients to transition back to professional life with clarity and confidence. In Georgia, same-day admissions streamline access for local and traveling clients. Virtual care extends reach beyond geographic limits, ensuring continuity and flexibility in care delivery and recovery.
Center Overview
Insurance Accepted
Private Pay Option
Cash Pay Rates
If you are not using insurance, the pricing listed below is an estimate of the cash pay rate.
Insurance-based and reasonable self-pay rates available; discreet coverage and options supported
Intake via phone or form; initial assessment, insurance verification, placement in proper level of care; same‑day admissions available (GA campus)
Success Rates or Outcomes:
Not formally published; client testimonials reflect meaningful recovery, family healing, and transformative experiences
Executive Verified Listing
Rehab verified that the name, location, contact information and license to operate for this treatment provider are valid and up-to-date.
Joint Commission Accredited
Licensed by Florida DCF
Independent, third-party mental health resource. Verification does not imply endorsement and does not guarantee the quality of treatment services.
Meet your care team
Ben Brafman:
MS, LMHC, Certified Addiction Professional – Co‑Founder & Chief Clinical Officer
Richard Seely:
MD – Director of Psychiatry
Dr. Linda Dolin:
MD – Medical Director
Additional spiritual and family support roles including Spiritual Ambassador and CEO Jaime Blaustein
Specialties
Therapies & Approaches
Amenities
The Sylvia Brafman Mental Health Center
Holistic, Family-Centered Healing
Treatment includes clinical, spiritual, and family systems interventions, recognizing that healing extends beyond
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Career Launch for Real-World Reintegration
A vocationally-focused track helps clients rediscover professional purpose through guided preparation,
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Frequently Asked Questions
The center provides care for a wide range of mental health conditions—such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, and eating disorders—as well as dual diagnosis treatment for co-occurring substance use concerns.
Yes—family therapy is a core offering, with the Family Program described as a “Crown Jewel” enabling healing and improved communication across family systems.
Options include Partial Hospitalization (PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), standard outpatient, and virtual programming to support recovery across different stages and needs.
Yes—the Career Launch Program guides clients through identifying strengths, preparing for re-entry into work, and nurturing professional growth beyond treatment.
The center accepts most major private insurance plans; Medicare and Medicaid are not accepted. Self-pay options are also offered for those without coverage or preferring confidentiality.
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