StarCity Behavioral Health

03/04/2026

Today we had the opportunity to meet with the clinical team of the Pavillion at Williamsburg Place, telling them about the client centered recovery program we offer here at StarCity Behavioral Health in partnership with Starfish Recovery & Wellness.

Thank you to Purcell Piggott for having us and allowing us to tour your beautiful facility. We look forward to collaborating in the near future!

03/02/2026

At Star City Behavioral Health ❤️🏥, we know stabilization is only the beginning.
Our clinicians and social workers work tirelessly to help patients on behavioral health units find safe, stable housing after discharge 🏠. The calls, paperwork, advocacy, and coordination never stop — because recovery doesn’t end when someone is stabilized.
We’re so proud of their compassion and dedication 💙 — and that’s exactly why we make sure to spoil them with a few sweet treats here and there 🍪🍩🍫. They deserve it! ✨

02/27/2026

We are thrilled to announce our Clinician, Kivon Benedict, as our Employee of the Month!

A former client from Kivon’s group reported that she recently had a difficult conversation with her child. Historically, after intense arguments with her child, she would go and use. This time, however, she shared that instead of acting on the urge, all she could think about was Kivon’s voice. She stated that she pictured her face and heard her telling her to breathe. As she focused on that, she reported that her urges and desire to use slowly went away.

The client shared that this was the first time she has ever been able to navigate a situation like that without using.

This is exactly the kind of impact we strive to have. Sometimes we have to come to the realization that we cannot save everyone, but all we need is just one. And in this case, that one moment made all the difference.

Kivon, thank you for the work you’re doing. It matters more than we sometimes get to see!

02/21/2026

If you are serious about a career in the substance use field please contact us.

02/20/2026

StarCity Behavioral Health would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Larry Baird from Sandstone Care for taking the time to give us a tour of your beautiful facility.
It is always inspiring when organizations come together with a shared mission to better serve our community. We look forward to continued collaboration and strengthening the support systems available to those who need it most.

02/19/2026

What a great day out in the community representing StarCity Behavioral Health! 💙✨
I had the opportunity to visit CARITAS Women’s Shelter, and what an incredible place it is. I toured the facility, met so many dedicated team members, and even had the chance to connect with a few of the amazing women they serve. It truly amazed me how beautiful the space is that they call home — warm, welcoming, and filled with hope. 🏠💛 The staff are so inviting and genuinely eager to support every individual who walks through their doors.
I’m hopeful we can continue building a strong partnership moving forward! 🤝
I also had the pleasure of spending time with officers from the Richmond Police Department, where they shared information about there Mobile Crisis services for Substance Abuse and Mental Health. They were beyond excited to learn about all that StarCity and Starfish have to offer for the overwhelming number of individuals they serve. 🚔💬
A special thank you to Jason Ryder, RPD Community Officer, for coordinating and taking me to meet the team. Your commitment to connecting resources in our community does not go unnoticed!
Days like today remind me why we do what we do. 🌟

02/18/2026

We’re thrilled to sponsor VSIAS this year! Continuing education is a cornerstone of our commitment to excellence. Partnering with VSIAS allows us to honor that promise.

We’re honored to welcome StarCity Behavioral Health as a Silver Sponsor of VSIAS. Located in Richmond, StarCity brings a comprehensive, holistic approach to mental health and substance use recovery—offering services like intensive outpatient programs, partial hospitalization, peer support, and community-based case management

Their commitment to resilience, wellness, and recovery perfectly aligns with VSIAS’s mission to uplift addiction professionals and promote compassionate care across Virginia. Thank you, StarCity, for stepping up and supporting our shared vision!

For more information and to register for the 2025 VSIAS, visit

02/16/2026

Comprehensive Substance Use Treatment with a Whole-Person Approach.

At StarCity Behavioral Health, we believe healing happens when people are met where they are with compassion and comprehensive support. As a licensed primary substance use treatment provider, we're dedicated to offering a full continuum of care that supports long-term recovery and whole-person wellness.

We are licensed to provide:

ASAM 3.1 (Women Only)

ASAM 2.5 (PHP)

ASAM 2.1 (IOP)

Low-intensity recovery housing

In partnership with Starfish Recovery and Wellness, we deliver a Wellness Oriented System of Care that empowers individuals to build a life they are unwilling to jeopardize by returning to active use.

Why StarCity Behavioral Health:

104 total beds across both organizations
• 36 women’s beds
• 68 men’s beds

Over 600 alumni, with 100+ maintaining one year or more of sustained recovery

Peer-to-peer model with multiple pathways to recovery

Clinical programming aligned with Virginia Standards of Learning (SOLs) for Health, providing a foundation for lifelong recovery, wellness, and personal growth

We currently accept private pay and all Medicaid MCOs, and we will soon be accepting all major insurance plans.

If you or someone you know is seeking compassionate, evidence-based substance use treatment, we are here to help — day or night.

📞 StarCity Behavioral Health: (804) 773-4411
📱 Or contact me directly: Elizabeth Miller – (804) 813-0181

We welcome referrals and are always happy to answer questions.

02/14/2026

StarCity Behavioral Health – What an Amazing Day!

Thank you to the Va PLA and Share the Love Event...

What an amazing day I had with our Community Partners! It’s always such a joy to be around dedicated professionals who fight so hard every day for individuals facing substance use and mental health challenges.

Thank you all for being present, for working hard, and for the compassion and commitment you bring to this important work. I’m grateful to stand alongside such an incredible community.

02/11/2026

Hello,
StarCity Behavioral Health is a licensed primary substance use treatment provider offering a full continuum of care designed to support long-term recovery and whole-person wellness.

We are licensed to provide:

ASAM 3.1 (Women Only)

ASAM 2.5 (PHP)

ASAM 2.1 (IOP)

Low-intensity recovery housing

In partnership with Starfish Recovery and Wellness, we deliver a Wellness Oriented System of Care that empowers individuals to build a life they are unwilling to jeopardize by returning to active use.

Why StarCity Behavioral Health:

104 total beds across both organizations
• 36 women’s beds
• 68 men’s beds

Over 600 alumni, with 100+ maintaining one year or more of sustained recovery

Peer-to-peer model with multiple pathways to recovery

Clinical programming aligned with Virginia Standards of Learning (SOLs) for Health, providing a foundation for lifelong recovery, wellness, and personal growth

We currently accept private pay and all Medicaid MCOs, and we will soon be accepting all major insurance plans.

If you or someone you know is seeking compassionate, evidence-based substance use treatment, we are here to help — day or night.

📞 StarCity Behavioral Health: (804) 773-4411
📱 Or contact me directly: Elizabeth Miller – (804) 813-0181

We welcome referrals and are always happy to answer questions.

02/10/2026

StarCity Behavioral Health had the pleasure of attending a Pop-Up event in Petersburg today hosted by Elle J. Merkle, Overdose Prevention Programming Coordinator for the VDH–Crater Health Department.

What a great event! It was wonderful meeting so many dedicated community partners in Petersburg and seeing firsthand the significant need for support and services in the field of substance use.

Thank you, Elle, for all the incredible work you do—we truly appreciate the opportunity and can’t wait for the next Pop-Up! 💙

02/08/2026

StarCity Behavioral Health had an amazing time attending the Maryland–DCASAM Conference. We are incredibly grateful to all of the professionals who not only spoke, but also attended and contributed to such a meaningful and impactful event.
Addiction medicine continues to play a critical role in the fight against substance use disorders. As our society faces new and evolving challenges that threaten this mission, it is inspiring to see a community that remains proactive, innovative, and deeply committed. The ongoing research, collaboration, and dedication within this field remind us that we are not only keeping pace—we are leading the way forward.
Thank you to Maryland-DCASAM for hosting such an exceptional conference, and thank you to everyone who was there and plays such an important role in advancing addiction medicine and strengthening our communities. We are proud to stand alongside you in this work.