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Finding A Counselor When You Do Not Have Insurance or Otherwise Cannot Afford It In case of emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital. If you need mental health crisis services, please call 988. Please note that I cannot control or be responsible for third party links. Nor can I guarantee that what a provider charges will be affordable for you. I am just trying to share my knowledge of the mental health care system and hopefully make the search easier for you. Tips Generally, you need a provider licensed in the state that you are physically located in. Some providers may be licensed in multiple states. If you have questions, please ask before making an appointment. Please ask about any eligibility restrictions. Agencies may offer financial assistance, but it may be based on your residency (ie: county you live in) or other criteria. If you are wanting telehealth, ensure that you select that as a search option. Please ask if they require any in person visits or if you can do 100% of your sessions via telehealth (teletherapy). Registered Interns (RMHCI, RMFT, RCSW) may charge less. While they have their Master's Degree, they do not have full independent licensure yet and so they work under a licensed supervisor. Therefore, in some circumstances a person may want to see a fully licensed independent provider instead. If You Want to Call for Additional Assistance in Finding a Provider Mental Health &/or Substance Abuse Treatment: 1-800-662-4357 - Provided by SAMHSA Call 211 - Can provide information for counseling and other community services in your area. National Eating Disorder Association: 1-800-931-2237 Finding a Provider That Offers Financial Assistance Find Mental Health &/or Substance Abuse Treatment - Provided by SAMHSA Enter the area that you are searching and click to show the search results On the search page, under the Filter By section, Click the "show more>>" symbol, scroll down, use the v button to expand the "payment assistance available" section, then you can select payment assistance and/ or sliding fee scale. They usually list agencies. Finding a Provider That Offers Lower Cost Sessions Open Path Collective - Starting at $30 per session for those who qualify. Requires a $65 one time lifetime membership fee that seems to help offset Open Path Collective's administrative costs. Finding a Provider That Offers Sliding Scale Find Mental Health &/or Substance Abuse Treatment - Provided by SAMHSA Enter the area that you are searching and click to show the search results On the search page, under the Filter By section, C lick the "show more>> " symbol , scroll down, use the v button to expand the "payment assistance available" section, then you can select payment assistance and/ or sliding fee scale. They usually list agencies. Psychology Today* - they generally list professionals with their own private practice Select "price" and then "sliding scale" to filter the search by those who offer sliding scale Good Therapy * - this is another option, but I would start with the others first due to the extra steps needed to find a provider who offers sliding scale Click on the provider to see the pricing a nd if they offer it, it will say "sliding scale available" * Those Outside Florida: these links are showing Florida providers, so if you are in another state you will need to change the search options for your state. Additional Resources for Finding a Provider in the Central Florida Area UCF Community Counseling Clinic - free counseling services offered by supervised Master's Level Students. UCF Marriage & Family Research Institute - free relationship education, possible counseling services offered depending on availability. Jewish Family Services - sliding scale counseling in Central FL. Aspire Health Partners - sliding scale or grant funded counseling depends upon program. In Central FL. Central Florida 211 - Can provide information on counseling services in Central Florida.

Faith E. Sikora, LMHC Empowering All People I value collaborating with clients, so I actively include them in the treatment process. I respect their wishes and right to informed consent including making treatment decisions. I strive to empower clients to reach their full potential. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) providing online telemental health counseling services (teletherapy) in the state of Florida. I am practicing exclusively on MDLIVE . Choosing a counselor is a big decision, so I have provided information that I hope you find helpful. In addition, I am happy to answer your questions about my professional experience or the counseling process. Schedule Insurance Verification/ Questions, Client Registration, & Schedule your Appointment Online - MDLIVE.com or the MDLIVE App Via Phone - MDLIVE Customer Service at 1-800-400-6354 Existing Patients that Need to Schedule an Appointment Online - MDLIVE Messaging is the fastest way to reach me directly - MDLIVE.com or the MDLIVE App Via Phone - MDLIVE Customer Service 1-800-400-6354 New Clients with Questions about my Education, Experience, Expertise, Counseling Approach, or Similar Inquiries My Direct Number ‪407-850-8130‬ ( This is for new patients only since per company policy, any existing MDLIVE patients need to use the MDLIVE system to contact me.) For additional information about scheduling, please click here

Contact In case of emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital. If you are experiencing a crisis, please call the crisis hotline at 988. Insurance Verification/ Questions, Client Registration, Schedule an Appointment Online - MDLIVE.com or the MDLIVE App Via Phone - MDLIVE Customer Service at 1-800-400-6354 New Clients with Questions about my Education, Experience, Expertise, Counseling Approach, or Similar Inquiries Reach Me, Faith E. Sikora, LMHC, Directly at ‪407-850-8130‬ Existing Patients with Questions or Needing to Schedule an Appointment Online - MDLIVE Messaging is the best way to reach me: MDLIVE.com or the App Online - Schedule an Open Appointment - mdlive.com or the App - please note I may have additional openings since I hold appointments for existing patients before opening them up for new patients Via Phone - MDLIVE Customer Service 1-800-400-6354 - If you prefer to call, this is the best number, if they cannot directly assist you, they can have me call you back. Please note that per MDLIVE policy, if you are an existing MDLIVE patient, I can only respond within the MDLIVE phone or messaging system. My direct number is being provided for new patients. Email: Most email (Gmail, iCloud, Microsoft, Yahoo, etc.) is not secure and is not HIPAA compliant, so I am not listing my email address. There are HIPAA compliant emails (Barracuda, Hushmail, etc.) available for purchase, but at this time, I have not done so since I can send secure messages to patients through the MDLIVE system.

Frequently Asked Questions I am so confused/ overwhelmed with trying to start counseling. Can you help me? I am happy to answer general questions about the process. However, if you do not want to reach out generally the best place to start is with your insurance company/ EAP. Find an in network provider and then you can do an online search to check provider profiles/ websites to find the best fit for you. How do I know what type of provider to see? Psychiatrists (MD/ DO), Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners (ARNP), Physician Assistant (PA) can assess for the need for medication and prescribe it if needed. Psychologists, Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT), and Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW) provide counseling services, but each has a somewhat different educational background. What insurances do you take? MDLIVE providers are often in network with major insurance carriers such as Cigna, Humana, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, and GEHA to name a few. The best way to ensure that I am in network with your specific health plan is to register on the MDLIVE website or app. You will only be shown in network providers. You can find me by using the "Search for Provider" option. If you do not see the day/ time you need, you can try the "Request an Appointment" option. Alternatively, you can call MDLIVE customer service at 1-800-400-6354 for assistance. What phone number should I use? MDLIVE Customer Service can be reached at 1-800-400-6354. They help with insurance questions. If people prefer to call to schedule their appointment, this is the best way to do it. My direct number is 407-850-8130. This is exclusively for new clients to contact me with questions. For existing MDLIVE patients, they can securely message me through the MDLIVE system or they can call Customer Service. Customer Service is able to notify me that a patient needs me to call them, however, depending on the request they may be able to directly assist you. Please note that I can only respond to existing patients through the MDLIVE phone and messaging systems. What if I do not have insurance or I do not want to use it? Patients are able to self-pay. The MDLIVE website will have the most up-to-date pricing. As of 1/2025, self-paying for a session out of pocket is $179 for the initial intake session and $140 for follow up sessions. I do not have insurance or I cannot afford to self-pay. Do you offer sliding scale or financial assistance? At this time, MDLIVE does not offer sliding scale options. I am exclusively providing counseling services through MDLIVE, so I do not have the ability to offer these options myself. However, I can provide tips and resources for finding a provider who does. I prefer to communicate via email or text. What is your contact information? Due to confidentiality, I do not communicate with patients via insecure email/ text. If you use the MDLIVE request an appointment feature, I will send you a secure message and you will be able to reply back. If you schedule an appointment, I generally open the messaging after the first appointment. If you need a call back, you can request that. However, please note that MDLIVE is not a crisis service. If you are in crisis, please call a crisis hotline such as 988. I am an active patient, but my messaging is currently closed, how can I reach you? Due to best practices and safety reasons, messaging does not remain open indefinitely. Please use the MDLIVE request an appointment feature because that prompts me to send you a message. Can I friend/ add you on social media? Due to confidentiality, I am unable to accept friend requests or add current or former patients. If you have additional questions or need to discuss this more, please let me know.

Resources Provided for information purposes only. I cannot control external content, so the opinions expressed are strictly the authors and not mine. In addition, I cannot be responsible for any errors or opinions on external websites. In case of emergency, please call 911 or your local emergency number. CRISIS SERVICES Crisis support services 24/7 Hotlines: Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 The Trevor Project: 866-488-7386 Especially for GLBTQ+ young adults Love Is Respect: 1-866-331-9474 Support for dating abuse and domestic violence Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network: 1-800-656-4673 Veterans Association Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255 National Drug Helpline: 1-844-289-0879 Crisis Text Line: Text SUPPORT to 741-741 COUNSELING Sliding scale, financial assistance available, and/ or low cost services Open Path Collective - Starting at $30 per session for those who qualify. Requires a $65 one time lifetime membership fee that seems to help offset Open Path Collective's administrative costs. 211 or call 211 - Can provide information for counseling services in your area. Find Mental Health &/or Substance Abuse Treatment: 1-800-662-4357 - Provided by: SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) National Eating Disorder Association: 1-800-931-2237 Mental Health Information & Resources: 1-800-950-6264 - Provided by: NAMI Central Florida Specific Resources Central Florida 211 - Can provide information on counseling services in Central Florida. UCF Community Counseling Clinic - free counseling services offered by supervised Master's Level Students. UCF Marriage & Family Research Institute - free relationship education, possible counseling services offered depending on availability. Jewish Family Services - sliding scale counseling in Central FL. Aspire Health Partners - sliding scale or grant funded counseling depends upon program. In Central FL. MEDICAL Sliding scale services or work with those who have low income 211 or call 211 - Can provide information for medical services in your area. Central Florida Specific Resources Central Florida 211 - Can provide information on medical services in Central Florida. Community Health Centers - sliding scale medical, dental, vision, mental health provider in Central FL. Orange Blossom Family Health - provides medical, dental, and behavioral health services. Works with uninsured individuals in Central FL. Grace Medical - medical, dental, and mental health services in Orange County, FL. LEGAL Free help for qualifying individuals Free Legal Answers - income based qualification for legal help through the American Bar Association. Central Florida Specific Resources Orange County Self Help Center - attorney consultations in FL for certain cases, but there are no income requirements. Orange County Legal Aid - help with certain cases for those who qualify based on income requirements in FL. Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida - help with applicable cases for those who have a low household income. FINANCIAL Community resources for financial assistance or financial education/ counseling 211 or call 211 - Can provide information for financial services in your area. Central Florida 211 - Can provide information on financial services in Central Florida. OTHER Mental Health Resources: 1-866-615-6464 or TTY 1-866-415-8051 - Provided by: National Institute of Mental Health Information Resource Center

Legal Information WEBSITE TERMS AND CONDITIONS Website is for informational purposes. Website is not providing any professional advice. In order to receive mental health treatment, it is necessary to schedule and attend counseling sessions. The site is intended for adults, those 18 years and older. Full Terms & Conditions WEBSITE PRIVACY POLICY Website uses cookies. Site was made using Wix and they have some essential cookies needed for website functionality. Full Privacy Policy DISCLAIMER Site is for informational purposes only and it is not offering any professional advice (including but not limited to medical, financial, legal, psychological, etc). If you need advice, please contact a qualified professional. In order to receive mental health treatment, please schedule a session. MDLIVE is in no way responsible for content on this site. In case of emergency, call 911 (or your local emergency number) or go to the hospital. If you need mental health crisis services, please call 988.

Schedule an Appointment Insurance Verification/ Questions, Client Registration, & Schedule your Appointment Online - mdlive.com or the MDLIVE App Via Phone - MDLIVE Customer Service at 1-800-400-6354 Existing Patients that Have Questions or Need to Schedule an Appointment Online - MDLIVE Messaging is the best way to reach me - mdlive.com or the App Online - Schedule an Open Appointment - mdlive.com or the App - please note I may have additional openings since I hold appointments for existing patients before opening them up for new patients. Via Phone - MDLIVE Customer Service 1-800-400-6354 - If you prefer to call, this is the best number, if they cannot directly assist you, they can have me call or message you back. Please note if you are an existing patient with MDLIVE, per company policy, I can only respond within the MDLIVE phone or messaging system. Please note I am providing my direct number for patients that are new to MDLIVE. New Clients with Questions about my Education, Experience, Expertise, Counseling Approach, or Similar Inquiries Reach Me, Faith, LMHC, Directly at ‪407-850-8130 Steps to Schedule an Appointment Online Go to MDLIVE.com Select "Create My Account" this will also allow you to check your insurance coverage Since you can manage your own account and that of your dependents, select who you want to schedule the appointment for (please note I do not see minor patients, but other providers do) To make an appointment with me select "Therapist." If you need a medication evaluation, select the option for "Psychiatrist" (Please note I cannot prescribe medication. All MDLIVE Providers are unable to complete external paperwork such as FMLA, disability, and ESA.) Select the reason for your visit. If you do not see it, you can search for it in the box at the bottom. We can talk about it in more detail, so if you cannot find the perfect reason(s) that is okay. Providers are listed by who has the first availability. If you want to find my listing more quickly, you can use the "Search for Provider" box. Please feel free to schedule with another provider if that is best for you given their schedule or specialty areas. Often I have open appointments within a week or two. If I do not have any openings listed for the next several days, you can click "request an appointment." Generally, as the week progresses I start opening up sessions for the next week, so please feel free to request an appointment and we can try to get it scheduled. Please note that appointments later in the day fill up quickly and may not be available. Currently, I see patients Monday through Friday only. Unfortunately, at this time, I am not offering morning appointments. Steps to Schedule an Appointmet

Counseling Services Teletherapy / Telemental Health Counseling Depending upon your insurance requirements and your preferences, sessions are conducted online through MDLIVE's secure video platform or via phone/ audio only. We do recommend video sessions for a more thorough assessment. Individual therapy sessions for adults (those who are at least 18 years old) Common reasons for seeking treatment include ADHD, Anxiety, Dealing with Chronic Health Issues/ Pain, Depression, Mood Disorders, Stress, Work Life Balance Services I Do Not Provide Emergency situations (risk of harm to self or others) - please call 911 or go to the hospital. Crisis services - please call a crisis hotline at 988, go to the hospital, or call 911. MDLIVE does not offer in person therapy services, but Outside Providers do. Severe conditions are best treated in person and not through telehealth. If you have health insurance, you can look at the list of in network providers to find a provider who offers in person therapy. I do not offer therapy services for minors - some MDLIVE Providers do see children ages 10 and up. MDLIVE does not treat substance use issues that cannot be safely treated through telehealth (ie: need medical detox) I do not offer couples therapy. MDLIVE focuses on individual therapy, but the therapist can advise you on if couples therapy is more appropriate and some do list it as a specialty of theirs, so they could tell you more about it. Telehealth cannot adequately treat psychosis, which is when someone is actively seeing/ hearing things that are not there or they have false beliefs/ delusions. Therefore, we recommend in person treatment to best address these issues. MDLIVE does not treat moderate to severe autism spectrum disorders. At this time, MDLIVE does not offer any group therapy services, but it may be available at a future date. If you want group therapy, some in person providers will offer it.

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About Me I strive to empower clients, so that they can reach their highest potential. I want to really listen to you, so that I can understand your goals and beliefs in order to best help you. I create a safe supportive non-judgmental environment for you to share your experiences and to help us find the solutions that you are looking for. I have felt honored to be able to work with my clients and share in their journey. I have a collaborative approach that includes considering your cultural identity and beliefs including race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, religion, spirituality, and anything else that is part of who you are and how you identify. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and a Master's Degree with a focus in Mental Health Counseling. In 2013, I became a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, which allows me to practice independently without supervision. I complete continuing education classes to keep up to date with the latest developments and research. The importance of the counseling relationship is highlighted by both clients and research. Therefore, if you want to know more about my professional qualifications and counseling approach, please feel free to reach out. I value your time, so I am happy to have a brief discussion to determine if I would be the best option for you given your current goals. - Faith E. Sikora, LMHC

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IF YOU ARE DISSATISFIED WITH ANY PORTION OF THE SITE, OR WITH ANY OF THESE TERMS OF USE, YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY IS TO DISCONTINUE USING THE SITE. Termination/Access Restriction Owner reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to terminate your access to the Site and the related services or any portion thereof at any time, without notice. To the maximum extent permitted by law, this agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Florida and you hereby consent to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of courts in Florida in all disputes arising out of or relating to the use of the Site. Use of the Site is unauthorized in any jurisdiction that does not give effect to all provisions of these Terms, including, without limitation, this section. You agree that no joint venture, partnership, employment, or agency relationship exists between you and Owner as a result of this agreement or use of the Site. Owner's performance of this agreement is subject to existing laws and legal process, and nothing contained in this agreement is in derogation of Owner's right to comply with governmental, court and law enforcement requests or requirements relating to your use of the Site or information provided to or gathered by Owner with respect to such use. If any part of this agreement is determined to be invalid or unenforceable pursuant to applicable law including, but not limited to, the warranty disclaimers and liability limitations set forth above, then the invalid or unenforceable provision will be deemed superseded by a valid, enforceable provision that most closely matches the intent of the original provision and the remainder of the agreement shall continue in effect. Unless otherwise specified herein, this agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the user and Owner with respect to the Site and it supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether electronic, oral or written, between the user and Owner with respect to the Site. A printed version of this agreement and of any notice given in electronic form shall be admissible in judicial or administrative proceedings based upon or relating to this agreement to the same extent and subject to the same conditions as other business documents and records originally generated and maintained in printed form. It is the express wish to the parties that this agreement and all related documents be written in English. Changes to Terms Owner reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to change the Terms under which www.empoweringallpeople.org is offered. The most current version of the Terms will supersede all previous versions. Owner encourages you to periodically review the Terms to stay informed of our updates. Questions/ Comments Owner welcomes your questions or comments regarding the Terms. Please contact me. Effective as of February 03, 2021. Updated August 30, 2022.