EPIC Behavioral Healthcare

EPIC Behavioral Healthcare ...your behavioral health specialty care provider

Dignity should never be a luxury.EPIC's Survival Kits assist individuals facing homelessness due to mental health and su...
02/06/2026

Dignity should never be a luxury.

EPIC's Survival Kits assist individuals facing homelessness due to mental health and substance use challenges by providing essential items that help them stay warm, dry, and clean—basic comforts that can help restore their self-worth and trust.

Your support of $20 ensures these kits are available when someone needs them most. Turn kindness into action at www.epicbh.org/community-alliance-partner.

EPIC Behavioral Healthcare is now offering QB Check, an innovative ADHD testing technology that transforms the evaluatio...
02/05/2026

EPIC Behavioral Healthcare is now offering QB Check, an innovative ADHD testing technology that transforms the evaluation of attention, impulsivity, and activity levels in children and adults.

With clear, measurable data, QB Check enhances ADHD assessments and supports personalized treatment plans. This quick, non-invasive tool serves as a valuable supplement to traditional clinical interviews, providing your provider with crucial insights into ADHD symptoms.

Objective ADHD Assessment – Uses evidence-based technology to measure attention, impulsivity, and activity levels.

Quick & Non-Invasive – Computer-based testing with no needles or medication required.

Accurate, Measurable Results – Provides clear data to support diagnosis.

Supports Clinical Evaluation – Complements interviews, observations, and treatment planning.

Improves Understanding – Helps guide next steps with confidence for patients and families.

20+ Years of Research, FDA approved, CE Marked, and N.I.C.E. recommended.

Understand how your brain actually works so you can stop guessing and start getting support that fits you. This testing is for adults and children, ages six and up. The cost is $150, with sliding scale options available. Email info@epicbh.org or call (904) 829-2273 for more information or to schedule your first appointment.

The COLD NIGHT SHELTER will open on Thursday, February 5th, at 8:30 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church of St. Aug...
02/05/2026

The COLD NIGHT SHELTER will open on Thursday, February 5th, at 8:30 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church of St. Augustine (pumpkin church), 118 King St.

Please share this information with anyone who lacks shelter. A special thank you to the volunteers who are working overnight to host our shelter guests. The cold night shelter hotline is (904) 819-4344.

Free Su***de Prevention Training!Just as people trained in CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver help save thousands of lives ea...
02/04/2026

Free Su***de Prevention Training!

Just as people trained in CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver help save thousands of lives each year, people trained in Question. Persuade. Refer. (QPR) learn how to recognize the warning signs of a su***de crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help.

You can sign up for free virtual training on Thursdayday, February 12th, from 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. at www.eventbrite.com/e/question-persuade-refer-qpr-virtual-tickets-1977522521094

In-person or virtual private training can be scheduled for groups at no cost. Please contact Teresa Andrews at tandrews@epicbh.org or (904) 829-3295 for more information.

During the course, you will:
Learn how to question, persuade, and refer someone who may be suicidal.
Learn the common causes of suicidal behavior.
Learn the warning signs of su***de.
Learn how to offer hope to someone who is suicidal.
Learn how to get help for someone in crisis and save a life.

Participants earn a two-year certification upon completion.

The COLD NIGHT SHELTER will open on Monday, February 2nd at 8:00 p.m. at Grace United Methodist Church (red door church)...
02/02/2026

The COLD NIGHT SHELTER will open on Monday, February 2nd at 8:00 p.m. at Grace United Methodist Church (red door church) at 8 Carrera St.

Please share this information with anyone who needs shelter. A special thank you to the volunteers who are working overnight to host our shelter guests. The cold night shelter hotline is (904) 819-4344.

A message from EPIC Behavioral Healthcare’s CEO, Nangela Pulsfus, and the Leadership Team.2025 has been a highly product...
02/02/2026

A message from EPIC Behavioral Healthcare’s CEO, Nangela Pulsfus, and the Leadership Team.

2025 has been a highly productive year for EPIC. We expanded same-day access to four outpatient sites. We opened the Second Wind Village Sober Living Homes, which serve individuals in recovery, including women with children.

We are partnering with Wildflower Healthcare to provide integrated medical, mental health, and substance use disorder services at the West Augustine Health and Wellness Center, which opened in January.

In addition, EPIC is participating in the Dementia Care and Cure Initiative for St. Johns County, including the UF Health St. Johns Mobile Bus program, which aims to build a more inclusive, compassionate, and informed community for those living with and affected by dementia. We are also excited to share that EPIC now accepts most insurance plans, including Medicare Part B.

Thank you for being an EPIC partner and friend. Your support makes it possible for us to deliver critical services to individuals and families in our community facing substance use and mental health challenges. We look forward to continuing this vital work and creating even greater impact together.

EPIC's Leadership Team consists of the following individuals:

- Nangela Pulsfus, Chief Executive Officer
- Lori Vogel, Chief Administrative Officer
- Dr. Rob Dickinson, Assistant Clinical Director
- Carol Schneider, Managing Clinical Director
- Valerie Duquette, Clinical Director
- Tim Atteberry, Facilities Director
- Teresa Andrews, Development and BBBS Director
- Vince DiVico, Operations Director
- James Lynam, Compliance Director
- Jim Norman, Finance Director

Learn more in our 2025 Annual Report at www.epicbh.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Annual-report-2025-layout.pdf.

The COLD NIGHT SHELTER will open on Sunday, February 1st, at 8:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church of St. Augus...
02/01/2026

The COLD NIGHT SHELTER will open on Sunday, February 1st, at 8:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church of St. Augustine (pumpkin church), 118 King St.

Please share this information with anyone who lacks shelter. A special thank you to the volunteers who are working overnight to host our shelter guests. The cold night shelter hotline is (904) 819-4344.

Free Su***de Prevention Training!Just as people trained in CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver help save thousands of lives ea...
02/01/2026

Free Su***de Prevention Training!

Just as people trained in CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver help save thousands of lives each year, people trained in Question. Persuade. Refer. (QPR) learn how to recognize the warning signs of a su***de crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help.

You can sign up for free virtual training on Tuesday, February 10th, from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at www.eventbrite.com/e/question-persuade-refer-qpr-virtual-tickets-1977524870120.

In-person or virtual private training can be scheduled for groups at no cost. Please contact Teresa Andrews at tandrews@epicbh.org or (904) 829-3295 for more information.

During the course, you will:
Learn how to question, persuade, and refer someone who may be suicidal.
Learn the common causes of suicidal behavior.
Learn the warning signs of su***de.
Learn how to offer hope to someone who is suicidal.
Learn how to get help for someone in crisis and save a life.

Participants earn a two-year certification upon completion.

The COLD NIGHT SHELTER will open on Saturday, January 31st at 8:00 p.m. at Grace United Methodist Church (red door churc...
01/31/2026

The COLD NIGHT SHELTER will open on Saturday, January 31st at 8:00 p.m. at Grace United Methodist Church (red door church) at 8 Carrera St.

Please share this information with anyone who needs shelter. A special thank you to the volunteers who are working overnight to host our shelter guests. The cold night shelter hotline is (904) 819-4344.

Today marks the 12th anniversary of the EPIC Recovery Center!Since January 31, 2014, we have provided 24/7 detoxificatio...
01/31/2026

Today marks the 12th anniversary of the EPIC Recovery Center!

Since January 31, 2014, we have provided 24/7 detoxification and residential treatment services.

The EPIC Recovery Center offers both detoxification and residential treatment. Our detox unit has 14 beds, while the residential unit has 12 beds. We create a safe and welcoming environment for patients to begin their journey to recovery from addiction.

In addition to medically monitored detoxification, we provide care coordination, medication-assisted treatment, and peer support services, as well as a 30-day residential program. In 2025, our detox and residential services served 544 individuals.

We also offer Sober Living options for those who complete inpatient treatment. Sober living is an essential next step toward achieving successful sobriety. EPIC's Second Wind Sober Living Village provides a safe environment for individuals to learn to live independently and drug-free.

EPIC’s MARS (Medication Assisted Recovery Services) Clinic combines medications, outpatient counseling, care coordination services, and various behavioral therapies to treat opioid and/or alcohol addiction.

Additionally, we offer brief intervention counseling services, a full-time care coordinator, and a second office located at EPIC's Flagler County campus.

MARS screenings and enrollments are conducted at the St. Johns County Jail and through the Hospital Bridge Program, allowing quicker access to our services for qualified clients.

For more information or to make an appointment, please call (904) 829-2273 and press Option 1 for telehealth services, or call (904) 417-7100 for detoxification services at the EPIC Recovery Center.

It's almost time for the 31st Annual Tips for Kids' Sake, which will take place on Tuesday, February 3rd, and Tuesday, M...
01/29/2026

It's almost time for the 31st Annual Tips for Kids' Sake, which will take place on Tuesday, February 3rd, and Tuesday, March 3rd, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.

This year's memorable theme is the Wild Wild WEST, and it ain't just any ol' hootenanny —it's the biggest gold-rush fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Johns County.

This high-spirited jamboree teams up hometown eateries across town with our own band of "Celebrity Outlaw Waiters," local legends bold enough to trade their spurs for aprons.

These fine folks ride the dining floor, servin' with charm and grit, and every last dollar tossed their way in tips goes straight to BBBS of SJC, helpin' us reach more kids who could use a steady hand and a fair shot so them young'uns can blaze a brighter trail!

Sign up today and see the complete list of eateries and Celebrity Outlaw Waiters at www.bbbsstjohns.org/tips-for-kids-sake.html. Can't make it? You can still contribute by leaving a tip on our website.

EPIC Behavioral Healthcare is proud to be the sponsoring agency of Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Johns County.

The COLD NIGHT SHELTER will open on Wednesday, January 28th, at 8:30 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church of St. Au...
01/28/2026

The COLD NIGHT SHELTER will open on Wednesday, January 28th, at 8:30 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church of St. Augustine (pumpkin church), 118 King St.

**Please note that our hotline is currently experiencing technical difficulties and is expected to resume later today.**

Please share this information with anyone who lacks shelter. A special thank you to the volunteers who are working overnight to host our shelter guests. The cold night shelter hotline is (904) 819-4344.

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1400 Old Dixie Highway
Saint Augustine, FL
32084

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 8pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 8pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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+19048292273

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About EPIC Behavioral Healthcare

Our mission is to strengthen our community by providing person-centered care to individuals and families impacted by substance use and mental health disorders, and other behaviors through a comprehensive system of Education, Prevention, Intervention, and Counseling.

Our vision is to be the primary leader of quality, comprehensive behavioral healthcare in our community.

EPIC Behavioral Healthcare (EPIC) believes that recovery from addiction, substance use disorders and mental health disorders is real. People can, and do, overcome the internal and external challenges, barriers, and obstacles that confront them. EPIC agrees that addiction is defined as a chronic, relapsing brain disease that is characterized by compulsive drug seeking and use, despite harmful consequences. EPIC also recognizes that many individuals served by our agency are challenged by a mental health disorder. While treatable, EPIC believes that substance use and mental health disorders impact all areas of an individual’s life, including all of their relationships, vocational/education goals and skills, emotional well-being and their physical health. For both substance use and mental disorders, our commitment is to provide effective, affordable, evidence-based, culturally-sensitive and comprehensive care to impacted individuals and families.

EPIC has historically incorporated the idea of, “wellness,” into our programs. This allows EPIC to have the best outcomes for our clients. EPIC focuses on formalizing its commitment to overall wellness for our clients using SAMHSA’s (Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration) 8 Dimensions of Wellness as a guideline.