The mission of the Faulk Center for Counseling is to promote emotional well-being through a variety of free and low-cost programs for counseling, therapy, and support. At the Faulk Center, we provide a warm, accepting and confidential environment where people who are dealing with life's problems are helped to make changes or to cope more effectively with things that they cannot change.
Since 1973 the Center has provided a variety of counseling services to people of all ages at its facility on Boca Rio Road and at outreach locations throughout Palm Beach and Broward counties. Mental health services are provided by graduate students pursuing master's degrees or doctoral degrees in psychology, social work or mental health counseling, as well as clinical volunteers who hold advanced degrees in a mental health field.
Since 1973 the Center has provided a variety of counseling services to people of all ages at its facility on Boca Rio Road and at outreach locations throughout Palm Beach and Broward counties. Mental health services are provided by graduate students pursuing master's degrees or doctoral degrees in psychology, social work or mental health counseling, as well as clinical volunteers who hold advanced degrees in a mental health field.
Services
The Faulk Center for Counseling provides free and low-cost counseling services to people of all ages, from children to the elderly. Group, individual, and family therapy is provided using a variety of treatment modalities. Clinical services are provided by graduate students in training and volunteer mental health professionals under the close supervision of licensed psychologists.
The Center offers several adult therapy groups at different times during the week. Our therapy groups do not have a specific theme, but rather bring together adults from diverse backgrounds experiencing a range of life's problems. Through the use of an interpersonal approach, clients are given the opportunity to both give and receive feedback with regards to their presenting issues and concerns.
An integral part of the Faulk Center for Counseling is the clinical training of future mental health professionals. Graduate students from around the country apply to our doctoral psychology internship, social work internship, and practicum programs. The Center offers graduate students a unique and dynamic learning experience in which trainees may develop their professional and personal identities.
Our "First Wednesdays" mental health lecture series is open to the general community. This series of presentations is an opportunity for members of the community to learn about mental health issues and topics. First Wednesday presentations are free of charge. Those guests seeking to become clinical volunteers are also invited to stay for lunch ($8 per person), meet the Center's volunteers, and learn more about the Center.
My Generation: A Discussion Group for Older Adults & Teens provides an opportunity for senior citizens and high school students to come together to share experiences on a variety of topics. Currently, senior participation is full. However, the group has openings for new teen participants. Teens receive community service hours.
Reviews (9)
Sonja Sales
Oct 18, 2021
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After 2 hour intake call my daughter was turned away and told to get help for binge and purging when she Even told them that she thought of suicide every day and hadn’t binged and purged in over 2 months. A week later I had to baker act my daughter because finding a Dr to help her right away was not going well everyone kept telling us it was a 2 week Waite for an appointment. All they cared about was the intake fee and not the well being of my daughter! Don’t bother with this group
Chris Cummings
Oct 15, 2021
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The fact is simple, we are facing a mental health crisis in our country and there are just not enough organizations out there that provide affordable, accessible mental health services. The Faulk Center is leading the charge on this front and I commend them for their commitment to serve those who are often overlooked. I refer clients here often and I hear great things about the strides they are making in the lives of others. Thank you.
Tina K. VaLant
Jun 06, 2021
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I have volunteered at Faulk Center, going on six years. In that time, I have had the opportunity to refer many friends and family members for counseling and to support groups. Every person referred has been helped, whether dealing with anxiety/depression, navigating through grief or unexpected loss, lifestyle changes (divorce and illness) or as young adults facing challenges. Asking for help and support when we need it---requires courage and attention to self-care. Reach out to the caring professionals at Faulk Center.
Jeff Hillman
May 22, 2021
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I tried group therapy here 4 years ago , and not only was I was mislead at the initial session by the grad student but I was put in a group with mentally unstable individuals and incompetent grad students, one guy in the group had no relation to society whatsoever and acted very creepy. Had I known this before, I would've ran far away. Total waste of money and misrepresentation.
R. Siebelts
May 17, 2021
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Caring for my aging parents was taking a huge toll on me, negatively affecting my own family. I have lived in the area for over thirty years and knew of Center for Group Counseling. I was hesitant to call, but I needed help. I attended Men's Issues group for a few months. Being a part of a group, getting objective feedback and hearing challenges others were facing helped me dig out of my depression.
The leadership and group exceeded my expectations. Months later, I referred my neighbor to the grief support group, after her husband passed away. They also helped her a lot. I recommend Faulk Center
The leadership and group exceeded my expectations. Months later, I referred my neighbor to the grief support group, after her husband passed away. They also helped her a lot. I recommend Faulk Center
Thiago Marques Castelhano
Jun 26, 2020
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I asked for Dr. Amanda Weiss. I left several several several voicemails. Never called me back, never even replied to one single phone call. Last time I was there in August I waited almost 45 minutes all I got was a business card with Amanda Weiss name to leave a message. I said I left a lot of them unanswered. I understand if she is busy would be nice to leave a message saying she couldn’t help me because she was busy rather than leaving your messages to a giant void.
J. R.
May 25, 2020
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I would not recommend this center to anyone. As a mental health professional myself, I am aware of the need for student trainees to gain real life experience, but it should not be at the expense of children and their families. Without disclosing the details of my daughters experience & the toll it is still currently taking on my family, I can only advise that anyone in need of counseling seek help from a LICENSED therapist & avoid being the training subjects for graduate students.
E.
Sep 09, 2018
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A good resource for people who are in need of mental counseling and could not afford the outrages rates from regular therapists. The most recent group leader I had this summer really feel short of mark, instead of staying objective, she was dismissive of my feelings and feedback abolut one group member who acted in disrespectful way , and took sides with this person, which is quiet ironic, considering that the group was about learning inter personal growth and setting boundaries. The other group leaders I had were not bad, especially the 1st one who was excellent.
Mirja Tatum
Jul 10, 2017
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I have used this place for counseling both professionally and for personal reasons. The staff is caring and professional and the site is welcoming and warm. Took off one star because the process to get in is a bit lengthy. Usually when a client contact services like this they are at their wits ends and a speedier process would be beneficial.
