Lotus Behavioral Health is guided by a board of directors whose collective experience spans behavioral health, adolescent development, nonprofit leadership, public policy, and community advocacy.
Their oversight ensures that every clinical, operational, and strategic decision made at Lotus reflects the founding commitment: that every young person deserves access to compassionate, evidence-based mental health and addiction treatment — regardless of background or circumstance.
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James Ekbatani
Founder & Chairman of the board
James Ekbatani is the founder of Lotus Behavioral Health and the chairman of its board of directors. James founded this non for profit organization in 2021 after a tragic experience with substance use with his immediate family. James provided the seed funding for this project and a twenty thousand square foot facility to house the project. His desire to invest in this organization comes from a deep desire to help youth throughout the world.
James’ Ekbatani, a veteran healthcare entrepreneur has been involved in creating successful healthcare companies for the past 35 years. His last venture was creating the largest mobile healthcare organization in the country focused on bringing preventive medicine to nearly two million seniors in 26 states within the US.
Our Mission
Lotus Behavioral Health exists to provide teens and their families with the highest standard of behavioral health care in a compassionate, community-centered environment. Our board holds that mission accountable, ensuring that clinical excellence, ethical practice, and equitable access remain at the center of everything we do.
Governance and Oversight
As a nonprofit behavioral health organization serving adolescents ages 12–17 in the Orlando area, Lotus Behavioral Health operates under the active governance of its board of directors.
The board provides fiduciary oversight, strategic direction, and organizational accountability — ensuring that Lotus remains a trusted resource for families navigating some of the most difficult moments of their lives.
Get Involved
Lotus Behavioral Health's work is strengthened by the support of professionals, advocates, and community members who share our commitment to adolescent mental health. If you are interested in board service, advisory roles, or partnership opportunities, we welcome the conversation.
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If you're a parent or family member concerned about a teenager's mental health or substance use, our admissions team is available to answer your questions, walk you through the referral process, and help you understand what treatment at Lotus Behavioral Health looks like.
Our passionate counselors work with you to bring balance where needed
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