Operating the nationally accredited, State-designated Child Advocacy Center (CAC) for Miami-Dade County, Kristi House is responsible for coordinating the seven community partners involved in the investigation, prosecution and treatment of child abuse cases. Kristi House assists child-victims and their families in navigating the complex services involved in the healing process. We are nationally recognized for our evidence-based, therapeutic expertise in treating child sexual abuse and other forms of child trauma. All services are provided at no charge to victims and families.

In 2007 we established the first program in Miami for sex trafficked youth. Project GOLD (Girls Owning their Lives and Dreams), serves girls overcoming commercial sexual exploitation and operates Florida’s first Drop In Center dedicated to trafficked girls.

Kristi House built and opened its dedicated Children’s Advocacy Center building in 1999 in Miami’s “Health District,” in close proximity to the courts, medical and social services to facilitate co-locating the Center’s community partners. Kristi House has opened four satellite offices throughout Miami-Dade County (Miami Gardens, Palmetto Bay, Naranja, Homestead) to serve clients closer to their neighborhoods, as well as a Drop In Center for underage trafficked girls.

Kristi House’s mental health unit is recognized nationally for its evidence-based practices for child trauma. Since 2012 Kristi House has operated a major federal SAMHSA grant, the Miami C-START Project, for strengthening the system of care for child trauma, especially in the foster care system. The partnership involves national master trainers and intervention developers from major university-partners providing intensive training, practice and support to Kristi House and other providers. 

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Kristi House

This office likely focuses on mental health services and program development, supporting community well-being in Miami.

1265 NW 12th Ave

Amanda G. Altman

Samuel Joseph

Estrella Alvarez Granda

Yvonne Chen

This department provides therapeutic support and mental health services to individuals of all ages.

Mental Health Services

This department focuses on enhancing family involvement and support within educational settings.

Family Engagement

This department is responsible for managing and supervising clinical operations and ensuring quality care.

Clinical Oversight

This department focuses on building and maintaining relationships with the community and fostering partnerships.

Community Relations

This department oversees strategic direction and organizational policies.

Governance Council

This department oversees and coordinates projects to ensure successful execution and alignment with organizational goals.

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Mental Health Services

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Kristi House

Org chart

Teams

Mental Health Services

Family Engagement

Clinical Oversight

Community Relations

Governance Council

Program Management

Offices

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