University Behavioral Center
Kristina Rush is a seasoned mental health professional with extensive experience in clinical care coordination and mental health support. Currently serving as a Clinical Care Coordinator and previously as a Mental Health Technician at the University Behavioral Center since August 2020, Kristina has developed a strong foundation in mental health counseling. Kristina's educational background includes a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Andrews University (2018-2020), a Pharmacy Post-Baccalaureate Certificate from the University of California, San Francisco (2016-2017), and a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry from Oakwood University (2011-2015). Additionally, Kristina has prior experience in customer service as a Bank Teller at Heritage South Credit Union from August 2010 to May 2011 and contributed to academic excellence as a Graduate Student at Andrews University from June 2018 to April 2022.
University Behavioral Center
Since 1989, University Behavioral Center has been dedicated to providing comprehensive, high-quality treatment for mental health and substance use disorder related issues to patients in Orlando, Florida. We provide a full range of program options for children, adolescents and adults. Our goal is to enable individuals to improve their overall quality of life in a comfortable and secure environment. Located on a beautiful 14-acre campus, University Behavioral Center is within the Central Florida Research Park Development and neighbors the University of Central Florida. University Behavioral Center’s facilities include a swimming pool, a wellness center and gymnasium and an outdoor reflection atrium. Our hospital is divided into two physically separate wings, the children/adolescent wing and the adult wing. Each is subdivided into secured units. Secure 24-hour supervision helps promote patient safety and a therapeutic living environment. University Behavioral Center proudly supports a healthy environment. University Behavioral Center is accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC) and licensed by the State of Florida Agency for Health Care Administrations as a Class III Psychiatric Hospital.