A federal mandate specifies that incarcerated individuals have access to religious services. Staff chaplains, volunteers from many faith communities, and the professional community provide worship services in 9 local detention and treatment facilities and pastoral care as needed.

The Dual Generation program is focused on helping parents go to college or job training and making sure their children receive an appropriate developmental level of education. We can provide childcare for the parents to attend school/training and assist with job placement after completion (or during if needed).

Tuition assistance available for job training programs:

• GED/High School Diploma
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Medical Assistant
• Pharmacy Technician
• Commercial Driver License (CDL)
• Administrative Assistant
• Bookkeeping / QuickBooks
• Medical Front Office
• Phlebotomy
• Child Development Associate (CDA)
• Information Technology
• Entrepreneurship
• Electrical Trade Skills Training

Monthly support and access to:

• Financial Empowerment Sessions
• Job & Career Exploration
• Parenting Classes
• Quality Childcare
• Resume Building
• Supportive Services
• Transportation Assistance

To qualify, a family must:

• have at least 1 child aged 0-10; and
• live in one of these zip codes: 78202, 78203, 78205, 78207, 78208, 78210, 78215, 78218, 78219, 78220, 78222, 78227, 78237.

Chrysalis Ministries offers in-house life skill classes for all clients. We also partner with multiple non-profits to help further client's education.

Available classes:

• Moral Reconation Therapy – $50
• Anger Management – $55
• 12-Step Faith-Based Substance Abuse and Recovery (NA & AA) – No fee
• Healthy Relationships – No fee
• Parenting Classes – No fee
• Theft Addiction and Recovery – No fee
• Money Management – No fee
• Seeking Safety: PTSD and Substance Abuse Counseling – No fee

Certificate of Completion provided for all classes.
*Payment arrangements are available
*Spanish sessions available 

Click here for program times & dates.

Fees vary

We believe that every individual should have access to mental health counseling and chaplaincy services. We understand that life can be overwhelming at times, and it’s okay to ask for help.

That’s why we offer a wide range of counseling services to help you cope with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, trauma, and PTSD. Our highly skilled counselors specialize in a variety of therapies, such as:

• Acceptance and commitment
• Cognitive behavior
• Dialectical behavior
• Multicultural
• Solution-focused brief
• Trauma-focused therapy.

We understand that everyone’s journey is unique, which is why our counseling sessions are tailored to each client’s specific needs. Whether you need someone to talk to, guidance on coping mechanisms, or simply a listening ear, our team of experts is here to support you. Let us help you on your journey towards healing and a brighter future.

Counseling sessions vary from client to client.

Call 210-299-4540 to schedule an appointment.

Free.

Reentry classes, character development, substance recovery, and anger management classes are provided in most facilities.

Chrysalis Ministries offers various volunteer opportunities, such as:

• Clerical Aide/File Clerk – Chrysalis Ministries
• Spiritual Guidance Volunteers – Laurel Ridge Treatment Center*
• Catholic Spiritual Guidance Volunteers – Bexar County Adult Detention Center*
• Male Volunteers-Bexar County Juvenile Probation*
• Spanish Speaking Spiritual Guidance Volunteers – GEO Karnes City*
• Subject to availability and eligibility. These positions are not court-ordered community service positions.

If you are interested in volunteering with Chrysalis Ministries, click here to download and complete the attached application. Email the completed application and your resume to Norma Cervantes.

If you would like to donate to Chrysalis Ministries, click here.