At The Sanctuary Care & Counseling Center, we are proud to offer compassionate, culturally centered mental health services to individuals and families in Miramar, Florida. As a group therapy practice led by committed Black and Caribbean women, we are deeply passionate about holding space for those who have historically been pushed to the margins. Our mission is to offer healing that honors the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—while uplifting the unique identities, lived experiences, and strengths of the communities we serve. In cases where we can’t be there for you ourselves, we strive to provide what help we can in the form of mental health resources for anyone to access.

But First, a Little About Us…

With over 50 years of combined experience in the mental health field, our team brings a wealth of expertise to support you through anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, racial identity work, and more. Whether you’re looking for individual therapy, family counseling, parenting support, or trauma-informed care, we’re here to walk alongside you in your healing journey.

Accessing Mental Health Care Doesn’t Have to Be Overwhelming

We understand that accessing mental health care can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re not sure where to turn. To make it easier, we’ve compiled a list of helpful local resources available to residents of Miramar, FL. These links can guide you to community programs, crisis support, and additional mental health services in the area.

The following links are listed to provide you with supplemental online mental health care information. Please note that if you or someone you love is in immediate danger or experiencing a life-threatening crisis, do not wait—call 911 right away. Your safety is the top priority. Please also check the additional links provided for physical health for a more comprehensive understanding of your overall well-being. The following is not meant to be a comprehensive list, nor is it an endorsement of the content of the sites.

Associations & Institutes

• American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
• American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
• American Counseling Association
• American Psychiatric Association
• American Psychological Association
• American Psychological Society
• Center for Mental Health Services
• Mental Health America
• MentalHealth.gov/
• National Institute of Mental Health
• National Mental Health Association
• National Eating Disorders Association
• National Sleep Foundation
• National Women’s Health Resource Center
• The National Child Traumatic Stress Network
• NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Suicide Awareness and Hotlines

• American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
• Suicide Awareness Voices of Education
• Suicide: Read This First

Depression

• Bipolar Disorder News – Pendulum.org
• Depression and How Therapy Can Help
• Depression Screening
• Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)

Anxiety Disorders

• Answers to Your Questions About Panic Disorder 

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

• Beyond OCD
• International OCD Foundation
• Trichotillomania Learning Center

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

• National Center for PTSD
• Give an Hour— for veterans and their families
• National Center for PTSD Real Warriors (U.S. Department of Defense)— for veterans and their families
• The Gift From Within
• Sidran Institute

Addiction and Recovery

• Alcoholics Anonymous
• Center for On-Line Addiction
• Web of Addictions

Eating Disorders

• American Dietetic Association

Personality Disorders

• Personality Disorders

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

• ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
• Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, NIMH

Child Abuse and Domestic Violence

• Childhelp USA®
• Questions and Answers about Memories of Childhood Abuse
• The National Domestic Violence Hotline Website

Developmental Disorders

• NeuroWeb

Diagnosis

• DSM-V: Diagnoses and Criteria

Medication

• DrugWatch.com provides up-to-date information about prescription and over-the-counter medications, including details about associated side effects.