Children’s Services
We work to ensure that families and individuals affected by mental illness and substance use disorders in Miami-Dade and Monroe counties can readily access innovative, effective, and compassionate services that lead to health and recovery. We do this because everyone is equally entitled to live with hope and lead meaningful lives.
Immediate Help
If you are experiencing a mental help crisis, Thriving Mind’s comprehensive crisis system is available to assist. Seek out help through our Mobile Response Teams, Florida 988 Lifeline, and seek respite at our Living Room.
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Wraparound Services
Wraparound services, often used in conjunction with services provided by the Department of Children and Families (DCF), are a comprehensive, child-centered, family-focused, strengths-based, and needs-driven planning process. These services aim to help children and families with complex needs stay in or return to their homes and communities, rather than in residential care. Questions? Email here.
- Community Action Treatment (CAT) Teams
- Family Intensive Teams (FIT)
- Child Care Regulation Training (CCRT)
- FACES
TIP Model
The Transition to Independence Process (TIP) model is an evidence-based practice used by the Florida Department of Children and Families and other agencies to support youth and young adults with emotional/behavioral difficulties. It focuses on helping these individuals develop the skills and resources needed for independent living and successful transitions to adulthood. Questions? Email here.
Assessments
Miami-Dade County Juvenile Services Department provides substance use treatment assessment for youth. Click here for contact info.
Contacts for Children’s System of Care

Alisa Surenskaya, MSW, received her Master’s in Social Work from Washington University in St. Louis. She has over ten years of experience in child welfare, adult and juvenile justice; focusing on enhancing access to mental health and substance use recovery services. Prior to her current role at Children’s System of Care Manager, she was the Child Welfare Integration Coordinator at Thriving Mind and also worked for the 11th Judicial Circuit in Juvenile and Dependency Drug Court.

Maria is a passionate mental health professional with a strong background in trauma-informed care. She has worked in a variety of roles, including as a Prevention Education Specialist in the child sexual abuse field, a Mental Health Case Manager, and a Psychosocial Rehabilitation Therapist. Her experience includes supporting individuals with mental health and substance use challenges, as well as working with incarcerated populations. At the heart of her work is a deep commitment to helping people overcome trauma and build healthier, more empowered lives.