NexPhase Capital Strengthens Commitment to Behavioral Health Through Empower Community Care Acquisition

NexPhase Capital Strengthens Commitment to Behavioral Health

In a significant move for the behavioral health sector, NexPhase Capital, LP has announced the acquisition of Empower Community Care, a noted global leader in behavioral health enablement. With this acquisition, NexPhase aims to expand the reach and impact of Empower’s evidence-based programs and services that support at-risk youth and families worldwide.

Founded in 2016, Empower Community Care operates a non-provider behavioral health platform designed to facilitate high-quality, outcome-driven treatment primarily targeted at vulnerable adolescent populations. The company is known for its unique integration of clinically validated programs, training opportunities, consulting services, and specialized software tools. With a service footprint that spans all 50 states in the U.S. and over 35 countries, Empower has positively impacted more than three million families globally.

Josh Glade, Empower's CEO and Co-Founder, expressed the company’s commitment to supporting vulnerable individuals and communities: “Everything we do at Empower is rooted in our mission to support at-risk youth and the systems that care for them. We are proud of the remarkable outcomes our programs have delivered so far and are eager to amplify our impact in collaboration with NexPhase.”

The acquisition reflects NexPhase’s understanding of the complexities in the behavioral health landscape. Joel Killion, a Partner at NexPhase, noted that Empower has positioned itself as a go-to platform for public and non-profit entities needing effective alternatives to institutional care. He commented on the differentiated model that Empower has built, emphasizing its reliance on validated practices and commitment to effective care.

This partnership was marked as a pivotal moment for both entities, underscoring a shared goal of pushing for scalable, community-focused care solutions. Quint Carr of NexPhase emphasized the transformative potential of Empower’s approach, stating, “We firmly believe in the power of evidence-based, community-focused interventions. Empower’s unique model has proven its effectiveness for public systems and nonprofit partners, ensuring that individuals and families gain access to tangible solutions.”

Legal advisors for NexPhase included Choate, Hall & Stewart, while Empower sought advice from TripleTree and TM Capital. This strategic acquisition is expected to bolster Empower's growth trajectory and facilitate its mission of making impactful change in communities both domestically and internationally.

As part of NexPhase's operational focus on healthcare, software, and consumer sectors, the firm continues to invest in organizations that have attained a pivotal growth phase. The combination of NexPhase's financial acumen and Empower's deep commitment to improving lives through behavioral health care is poised to yield substantial improvements in the provision of care for at-risk populations.

For more information on Empower Community Care, please visit www.empowercommunitycare.com.

To learn more about NexPhase Capital, their investment strategy, and other portfolio companies, visit www.NexPhase.com.