Mariposa Women's Behavioral Health Hospital Coming in 2025
Introducing Mariposa Women’s Hospital: A Sanctuary for Women’s Health and Wellness
Ibis is proud to announce the construction of Mariposa Women’s Hospital, a 32-bed facility exclusively designed to meet the unique needs of women. The first of its kind, located on Ibis’s beautiful 23-acre campus in Tampa, FL, this stand-alone, private behavioral hospital will specialize in trauma-informed care and treatment for anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other emotional and substance use challenges.
CEO VISION: THE INSPIRATION BEHIND MARIPOSA
Roaya Tyson, CEO of Ibis Healthcare, shares the inspiration behind our name: "We chose Mariposa; butterfly in Spanish because it perfectly captures our belief in the beauty of transformation. Every woman who comes to us is on her own journey. Just as a butterfly emerges from its cocoon transformed and ready to soar, we've always needed a safe space where women felt cared for during their own transformation process. Mariposa Women's Hospital fulfills that dream. By treating emotional, spiritual, and physical health as interconnected, we aim to set a new standard for women's care that honors both the struggle and the beauty of healing."
Our Tampa women's mental health hospital represents a revolutionary approach to behavioral healthcare, recognizing that women's mental health needs are distinct and require specialized, gender-specific treatment environments and methodologies that honor the transformative power of healing.
A Holistic Approach to Women’s Health
Mariposa Women’s Hospital is revolutionizing the way women receive care by offering an integrated, best-practice model of wellness that combines primary care, mental health services, and specialty treatments. This visionary approach places a strong emphasis on addressing women’s health in their entirety with mind, body, and spirit.
A Vision of Empowerment and Healing
Mariposa will deliver a full spectrum of services to support women from all walks of life, regardless of their ability to pay. Comprehensive programs will include:
- 24/7 assessments to ensure timely support.
- Individual and group therapy to foster healing and connection.
- Medication management tailored to each patient’s needs.
- Holistic therapies such as yoga, mindfulness, meditation, and therapeutic recreational activities.
A New Era of Care
Mariposa Women’s Hospital is not just a facility, it’s a movement. It represents Ibis’s commitment to making women’s health a priority by creating a nurturing space where healing and transformation can thrive.
The Meaning Behind our Name: EMBRACING TRANSFORMATION
Mariposa means "butterfly" in Spanish, and this beautiful symbolism lies at the heart of our vision. Just as a butterfly undergoes a profound transformation from a caterpillar into a butterfly capable of flight, we believe in the beauty and power of transformation that exists within every woman who enters our care.
The butterfly's journey represents hope, resilience, and the courage to embrace change. At Mariposa Women's Hospital, we honor this natural process of transformation, understanding that healing often requires emerging from difficult circumstances, and discovering the strength to soar to new heights.
Our Butterfly Philosophy:
Metamorphosis:
Every woman has the capacity for profound positive change and growth
Beauty in Struggle:
The cocoon stage represents the necessary work of healing and self-discovery
Emergence:
Treatment provides the safe space and support needed for transformation
Flight:
Recovery empowers women to reach their full potential and live authentically
Grace:
The butterfly's delicate strength mirrors the resilience we see in the women we serve.
This powerful metaphor guides everything we do at Mariposa, from our architectural design
featuring butterfly gardens and natural healing spaces, to our therapeutic approaches that
honor each woman's unique journey of transformation.
Specialized Crisis Services for Women
Women's Mental Health Crisis Care
Our 24/7 women's mental health crisis services provide immediate intervention and stabilization for women experiencing acute psychological distress, ensuring safety and beginning the transformation journey in a supportive environment.
Substance Use Crisis Treatment
Substance use crisis intervention with gender-specific programming that addresses the unique factors contributing to addiction in women, including trauma, relationships, and co-occurring mental health conditions.
Human Trafficking Treatment & Recovery
Specialized human trafficking treatment services providing trauma-informed care for survivors, addressing complex PTSD, substance use disorders, and helping women reclaim their lives through comprehensive healing approaches. We partner with several safe house programs.
Postpartum Depression & Maternal Mental Health
Postpartum depression treatment recognizing the unique challenges of maternal mental health, supporting women through pregnancy-related mood disorders and attachment difficulties.
Suicide Prevention & Crisis Intervention
Comprehensive suicide prevention services with crisis intervention, safety planning, and intensive therapeutic support to help women navigate suicidal ideation and find hope for their future.
Depression & Anxiety Treatment
Evidence-based treatment for depression and anxiety disorders, utilizing both individual and group therapy approaches designed specifically for women's experiences.
Comprehensive Women's Behavioral Health Services
Trauma-Informed Care
Understanding that many women have experienced trauma, our entire approach is built on trauma-informed principles that prioritize safety, trustworthiness, collaboration, and empowerment.
Dual Diagnosis Treatment
Integrated treatment for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, recognizing the complex interplay between these conditions in women's lives.
Individual & Group Therapy
- Group therapy sessions
- Individual psychotherapy
- EMDR for trauma processing
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Medical & Psychiatric Care
- Board-certified psychiatrists oversee all treatment
- Medication management
- On-site primary care and pharmacy
Why Women Need Specialized Mental Health Care
Unique Risk Factors
Women face distinct mental health challenges including:
- Higher rates of depression and anxiety
- Trauma from domestic violence and sexual assault
- Societal pressures and gender-based discrimination
- Caregiving responsibilities and role conflicts
Gender-Specific Treatment Approaches
- Female-only treatment environments
- Trauma-informed, strength-based therapies
- Cultural sensitivity and diverse perspectives
- Family and relationship-focused interventions
Insurance & Accessibility
Insurance Accepted
Commercial Insurance Plans, Medicaid and Medicare, Hillsborough County Health Care Plan and self-pay
No One Turned Away
Our priority is your health and wellness. No woman is turned away due to inability to pay. We work with families to find solutions that make treatment accessible.
Getting Help: Crisis Support Available Now
While Mariposa Women's Hospital is under construction, Ibis Healthcare currently provides women's crisis services through our Adult Crisis Inpatient:
24/7 Crisis Line 813-272-2958
Available for women experiencing mental health crisis, substance use crisis, or needing immediate support.
Walk-In Crisis Services
Emergency evaluation and crisis intervention services available 24/7 for women in need of immediate care.
Contact Information for Future Services
Ready to learn more or connect with us now? Email info@IbisHC.org or contact our Foundation for ways to get involved. IbisFoundation@IbisHC.org
A Message of Hope and Transformation
Like the butterfly's journey, recovery is not always linear or easy, but it is always possible. At Mariposa, we provide a safe environment where women can do the important work of transformation, surrounded by expert care, and the unwavering belief that every woman has the capacity to emerge stronger, more resilient, and ready to soar.
Mariposa Women's Behavioral Health Hospital represents Ibis Healthcare's unwavering commitment to making women's mental health a priority by creating a nurturing space where healing and transformation can thrive just like the butterfly emerging transformed and ready to embrace a new chapter of life.
Together, we're building more than a hospital we're creating a sanctuary where women can find hope, healing, and the specialized care they need to complete their own beautiful journey and soar to new heights in their communities.
Let's build a brighter future for women's mental health together, one transformation at a time.