Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Mental Health Counseling Services in Boca Raton
For over five decades, Faulk Center for Counseling has served as a cornerstone of emotional wellness in South Florida. Founded in 1973 by Dr. Elizabeth H. Faulk, our organization has maintained an unwavering commitment to accessible mental health care through a unique model combining supervised graduate students, volunteer professionals, and licensed clinicians. Our comprehensive services span individual therapy, specialized counseling groups for all age groups, psychological evaluations, and community outreach programs.We operate under strict APA-aligned protocols while maintaining financial accessibility through sliding-scale fees and grants. With both in-person and telehealth options available, our team delivers personalized care across Boca Raton and surrounding communities, including senior outreach programs recognized by the Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton as 2023 George Long Nonprofit of the Year.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Psychological Testing
Support Groups
Telehealth Services
Senior Outreach Programs
Wellness Programs
Community Education
Volunteer Training
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of experience in community mental health services
- Our APA-accredited training program ensures clinical excellence
- We provide services on a sliding-scale fee structure for accessibility
- Our team includes licensed clinicians supervising graduate-level mental health professionals
- We maintain Platinum Seal of Transparency with GuideStar
Associations and certifications
- Nonprofits First
- GuideStar
- American Psychological Association (APA)
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions provide personalized mental health treatment through licensed clinicians and supervised graduate students. Clients receive tailored care plans addressing specific emotional challenges while maintaining affordability through our sliding-scale fee structure. This service combines clinical expertise with community-focused accessibility.
Counseling Groups
Specialized group therapy sessions cater to diverse needs across age groups, including social skills development for children with autism and emotional regulation for teens. These semi-structured programs combine peer support with professional guidance, requiring initial evaluations to ensure appropriate placement within our APA-aligned framework.
Psychological Testing
Comprehensive psychological evaluations identify learning disabilities, giftedness, and autism spectrum disorders through standardized testing protocols. Our assessments provide actionable recommendations for educational accommodations while maintaining cost-effectiveness through our nonprofit service model.
Senior Outreach Programs
The Senior Outreach Support (SOS) program delivers weekly wellness check-ins through trained clinicians, addressing social isolation in older adults. This free service, funded by The Jim Moran Foundation, includes multilingual support and community connection initiatives across Palm Beach and Broward counties.
Wellness Programs
Our holistic wellness initiatives include trauma-sensitive yoga and mindfulness sessions that complement traditional therapy. These community-building programs focus on emotional resilience development through accessible, no-cost participation opportunities aligned with our mission of comprehensive mental health support.
People
Dr. Elizabeth H. Faulk
Founder
Pioneering psychologist who established the first woman PhD program at University of Florida. Created the Elizabeth H. Faulk Foundation in 1970 to provide accessible mental health services, forming the basis for the Faulk Center for Counseling in 1973.
Jonathan Price
Chief Executive Officer
Executive leader overseeing clinical operations and organizational strategy. Directs the implementation of mental health programs while maintaining the Center's community-focused mission and APA accreditation standards.
Holly S. Katz
Clinical & Training Director
Licensed psychologist managing clinical training programs and supervising graduate interns. Ensures treatment protocols align with APA standards while maintaining the Center's commitment to accessible mental health education.
Questions
What mental health services are available for children?
We offer specialized programs like Kid Connect for social challenges, Young Teen Cope for middle schoolers, and psychological testing for learning disabilities through our APA-accredited services.
Do you accept health insurance?
No, we maintain lower costs through sliding-scale fees that typically cost less than standard insurance co-payments while providing equivalent care quality.
Are there support groups for specific needs?
Yes, we provide themed support groups including LGBTQ+ support, senior programs, and grief counseling with both in-person and telehealth options available.
How do I access senior mental health services?
Our Senior Outreach Support (SOS) program offers weekly phone check-ins and onsite support groups at local senior facilities through The Jim Moran Foundation-funded initiatives.
What training programs exist for mental health professionals?
Our APA-accredited Addison Hines Internship Program trains doctoral psychology interns alongside graduate students and volunteer mental health professionals under licensed supervision.
Are there community education opportunities?
We host monthly First Wednesdays mental health lectures and provide Speakers Bureau presentations to promote community awareness of mental health resources and services.
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