University of Central Florida Counseling Center

Counseling Referral List

If you would like to be listed below. Please fill out the Request for Referral Form (PDF) and submit via email or fax.

Private Practitioner

Shannon Adams, LMHC
251 Maitland Ave Suite 307B
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
407-973-7098
www.healingharts.org
Areas of Specialty: mood disorders, anxiety, adult children of alcoholics, play therapy, expressive arts therapy, attachment and bonding, play therapy and trauma recovery. Works with Children and adults.
Sliding scale fees.

Judi Addelston, Ph.D., LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
1345 Clay Street
Winter Park, Florida 32789
407-492-3348
Areas of Specialty: Family of origin issues (separation and individuation); relationship/couples counseling; drug and alcohol use/abuse; adult children of alcoholics; sexuality; gender identity.

Mandy Albaugh, M.A.
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
License # MH9112
Tuskawilla Office Park
2006 Town Plaza Court
Winter Springs, FL 32708
Phone: 407-547-5802
Fax: 407-696-7008
Email: mmalbaugh@earthlink.net
Website: www.vitabellacounseling.com
Areas of Specialty: Addiction, Couple Counseling, Pre-marital counseling, PTSD, Depression, Anxiety Disorders. No Religious affiliation.

JoAnn C. Alexander, Ph.D.
434 N. Central Ave.
Oviedo , FL 32765
407-366-4394
Areas of Specialty: couples counseling; child play therapy; individual adults; ADD/ADHD; parenting issues and training

Alina Aloma, MA
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern
National Certified Counselor
Board Certified Associate Behavior Analyst
409 St. Andrews Boulevard
Winter Park, FL 32792
407-968-6011
alina.aloma@gmail.com
www.experiencecounseling.com
Areas of specialty individual counseling for adolescents, college students and adults, multicultural and bilingual concerns, interpersonal and romantic relationships, depression, anxiety, stress, lack of motivation, self doubt, self esteem and confidence, learning disabilities, ADHD, academic and career concerns, trauma recovery, personal growth and developmental issues, sexual identity and orientation, behavioral concerns and family difficulties.

Mary Ann Baker-Holmes, LMHC, LMFT
1177 Louisiana Ave, Suite 110
Winter Park , FL 32789
407-599-3939
Areas of Specialty: AASECT certified sex therapist; relationships; individual and marital sex therapy

Associates in Psychology and Counseling
2101 Park Center Drive, Ste 270
Orlando, Florida 32835
407-523-1213
www.apc-orlando.com
Areas of specialty: Counseling for individuals of all ages, couples and family counseling. Specialize in depression, anxiety, grief, stress, substance abuse, trauma, eating disorders, coping with medical or chronic illness, anger management, gay/lesbian issues, self-improvement, adjustment and life changes. Provide psychoeducational assessments to identify learning disabilities and provide gifted assessments.
Practice consists of licensed psychologists, licensed clinical social worker, licensed mental health counselor, registered play therapist, certified addictions professional and licensed school psychologist.

Amanda K. Banick-Smith, MA, LMHC
Certified Play Therapist
Tuskawilla Office Park - Counseling
2006 Town Plaza Court
Winter SPrings, FL 32708
407-625-5314
Website: counseling4healthyliving.com
Email: asmith@counseling4healthyliving.com
Areas of Specialty: Marriage and family counseling, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, play therapy, divorce, ADHD, behavioral issues with children and parenting support/training. Affordable self-pay rates. Discounted rates for UCF students. Accepting some insurances. Evening and Saturday appointments available.

Rachel Blackston, M.A., Med.
Registered Mental Health Intern
New Beginnings Christian Counseling Center
1033 Semoran Blvd., Suite 233
Casselberry, Florida
407-331-7717 ext 7
Areas of Specialty: Family of origin issues, relationship issues, sexual abuse and emotional abuse.

Cathy Buckland (King), M.A.
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
New Beginnings Christian Counseling
1033 Semoran Blvd Suite 281
Casselberry, Florida
407-331-7717 Extension 2
Areas of Specialty: depression; eating disorders; sexual abuse; self-esteem issues; college transition issues; anxiety; trauma and PTSD; relational issues. Scholarships available.

Kelly Burton, Ph.D.
1850 Lee Road, Suite 234
Winter Park, FL 32789
407-678-0100
Areas of specialty: women’s issues, self-esteem, couples counseling, relationship issues, identity development, depression, anxiety.
Sliding scale fees.

Patty Bush, LMHC, BCBA
Star Consultants, Inc.
711 Ballard St
Altamonte Springs , FL 32701
407-963-9461
Areas of Specialty: certified sex therapist; female sexual dysfunction; gay/lesbian/bisexual issues; gender identity issues; sex offenders; behavior analyst. Accepts insurance and sliding scale fees.

Jessica A. Carlson, MA, NCC, LMHC
2006 Town Plaza Court
Winter Springs , FL 32708
407-696-4002
www.emotionaltranquility.com
Areas of Specialty: trauma recovery; anxiety and mood disorders; grief recovery; career counseling. Work with adults, children, and families. Accepts many health insurance plans and has affordable self-pay rates.

Ryan Carlson, M.A.
Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern
2006 Town Plaza Court
Winter Springs, FL 32708
321-303-6526
www.healthythinking.org
Areas of Specialty: marriage & couples counseling, family counseling, addiction issues with families, depression, anxiety, roommate issues, stress. Sliding scale fees and discounted rates for students. Evening appointments.

Center for Counseling & Consulting
661 Seminola Blvd.
Casselberry , FL 32707
407-678-6655
Services include individual, couples, groups, and workshops.
Staff members listed below, plus several interns.

Dr. Robert Bollet, Psychologist
Areas of Specialty: couples counseling; relationships; hypnosis; habit cessation; anxiety; depression
Dr. James Rini, LMHC
Areas of Specialty: couples counseling; relationships; hypnosis; habit cessation; anxiety; depression
Enid Jackowitz, M.A., LMHC
Areas of Specialty: relationships; sexual orientation; families of gay individuals
Kerry Wallace, M.A., LMHC
Areas of Specialty: general mental health
Shane Johnson, M.A., LMHC
Areas of Specialty: children
Santiago Fallon, M.A., LMHC
Areas of Specialty: young adults; hypnosis; speaks Spanish, French, and English
David Bollet, M.Ed., LMHC
Areas of Specialty: ADD/ADHD testing and remediation; marriage and family; hypnotherapy

Barbara Cloues, Ph.D.
Neuropsychology & Behavioral Health Consultants, Inc.
1806 Town Plaza Court
Winter Springs, Fl 32708
407-695-3664
Areas of Specialty: chronic illness; depression; anxiety; family issues. Works with adults and children. Accepts many insurance plans and has reduced fees available.

Luis G. C. Ortega, LMHC, NCC
871 Outer Road, Suite D
Orlando, FL 32814
407-252-6109
luis@journeycompanions.com
www.journeycompanions.com
Areas of Specialty: Personal Growth & Development, Depression, Anxiety, Stress Management, Grief, Loss, Bereavement, Existential Anxiety (e.g., Questions about the meaning and purpose of life), Spiritual Growth, Enhancing Relationship Satisfaction, Family of Origin Issues, Adaptation to Life Transitions (e.g., University life, new baby, separation/divorce, career change, etc.), Multicultural Counseling (e.g., Cultural transition for Latinos, prejudice, oppression, etc.), University Counseling Services

Elisha M. Contner, LMFT
Brandywine Square
505 Park Avenue North, Suite 201
Winter Park, Fl 32789
407-719-6294
Area of Specialty: Anxiety disorders and depression, eating disorders, relationship issues, divorce, cognitive-behavioral therapy, marital and couples therapy, stress management and addictions.

Counseling Corner
1630 Hillcrest Street
Orlando , FL 32803
407-843-4968 or 407-644-KIDS (5437)
Sliding scale fees. Most insurance accepted. Evening and weekend hours available.

Ernie Reilly, LCSW
Areas of Specialty: children and adolescents; play therapy; family therapy; ADHD; depression; anxiety; child abuse; eating disorders; chronic medical issues; oppositional defiant disorder (behavior problems); relationship issues
George Allmaras, LMHC
Areas of Specialty: adults and young adults; anxiety; depression; relationship issues; sexual issues; trauma
Michael Bombka, LMHC
Areas of Specialty: adults and young adults; relationship issues; depression; anxiety

Maria Darcy, Ph.D., ABS.
Licensed Psychologist, Certified Sex Therapist
Psychotherapy Works, LLC
871 Outer Road Unit D (Baldwin Park)
Orlando, FL 32814
Tel: 407- 408 - 6843
Website: www.drmariadarcy.com
Areas of Specialty: Sexuality issues including lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered concerns, understanding and working with sexual dysfunction and sexual challenges, achieving a positive sense of sexuality. Traumatic experiences. Mood concerns (depression, anxiety, stress) resulting from a range of life experiences. Educational, vocational and career issues (working with life planning to facilitate the realization of your best self). Works with adult and adolescent individuals and couples. Day and evening appointments available. Insurance not accepted although will provide documentation or insurance reimbursement.

Becky Eades, Ph.D.
871 Outer Road, Unit D
Orlando, FL 32814
Phone: 407-488-0850
Fax: 407-210-2408
Areas of Specialty: Young adults and older, relationships issues, mood disorders, eating disorders, grief/loss, adjustment, college students, women's issues and group work.

Dawn Elliott, M.A., LMHC, NBCC
New Beginnings Christian Counseling Services, Inc.
1033 Semoran Blvd., Suite #281
Casselberry , FL 32707
407-331-7717
www.newbeginningsorlando.com
Areas of Specialty: eating disorders; body image; women’s issues. Also conducts groups and workshops. Sliding scale fees. Out of pocket payments. Day and evening appointments.

Cindy S. Fabico, M.A., LMHC, NCC
Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern
St. Luke's Community Counseling Center
4851 S. Apopka Vineland Road
Orlando , FL 32819
Free Consultation by phone or email at 407-832-1422 or cfabico@cfl.rr.com. To schedule appointments call 407-876-4991 ext.250. Areas of Specialty: grief; depression; personal growth; interpersonal relationships.

Tim Fitsimones, LMHC, CAP
409 St. Andrews Blvd
Winter Park, 32792
Phone: 407-262-3728
Fax: 407-629-7463
www.startbeinghappy.com
Areas of Specialty: addictions, relationships, family issues, depression, life transitions.
Sliding scale fees available.

Linda Fishkind, Psy.D., LMHC, NBCC
12051 Corporate Boulevard
Orlando , FL 32817
407-252-8541
Areas of Specialty: generalist Fee for service, negotiable fees.

Fran Friedman, Ph.D.
1155 Louisiana Ave., Suite 106
Winter Park , FL 32789
407-629-4356
Areas of Specialty: generalist; depression; women’s issues; couples counseling.

Gilstrap & Napolitano Counseling and Psychiatry
7601 Conroy-Windermere Rd. Ste. #202
Orlando, FL 32835
Phone: 407-522-9919
Fax: 407-522-9343
www.gnorlando.com
Scholarship fund available, sliding scale.

Jessica Gilstrap, MAC, LMHC - Areas of Specialty: teenagers and families: sexual, physical, and emotional abuse; anxiety disorders, body image issues.
Heidi Napolitano, M.D. - Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatrist.
Aaron Moore, M.A., Registered Intern - Areas of Specialty: depression, spirituality, anxiety, ADHD, addictions.
Britt Staton, M.A. Registered Intern - Areas of Specialty: Students in the fine arts, gender issues, relational conflict.
Susan Honig, MSW, LCSW, ACSW - Areas of Specialty: Play therapy , family therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy.
Curtis McGown, M.A. LMHC #7421 - Areas of Specialty: Bipolar disorder, ADHD, marriage and family.
Michelle Moore, M.A. IMH #6247 - Areas of Specialty: Depression & anxiety, abuse, eating disorders/body image.
Elizabeth Stokes, M.A. IMH #6225 - Areas of Specialty: Children, behavioral therapy, anxiety.

Glen W. Gibson, MA, LMHC
Cathy W. Gibson, MA, LMHC
Vista Psychological Services
120 University Park Drive #215
Winter Park, FL 32792
Phone: 407-657-5800
Fax: 407-657-4269
Areas of Specialty: Depression, anxiety, ADHD, marriage counseling, Christian counseling, relationships, PTSD and coaching. Specialize in Christian counseling. Evening and Saturday appointments.

Ana Gómez, Psy.D.
2170 West State Road 434 Suite #214
Longwoood, FL 32779
407-927-8154
www.dranagomez.com
Areas of Specialty: testing for learning disabilities, ADHD testing, personality testing, projective testing, pre-surgical evaluations, adoption evaluations, and multi-cultural issues.
Bilingual (Spanish and English).

Alan Grieco, Ph.D.
2737 West Fairbanks Avenue
Winter Park , FL 32789
407-740-6838
Areas of Specialty: certified sex therapist; any sexuality issues; family and marital counseling.

Michael Harrell, Ph.D.
1477 W. Fairbanks Ave, Suite 120
Winter Park , FL 32789
Phone: 407-629-9435
Fax: 407-629-7836
Areas of Specialty: personal growth; gay/lesbian issues; short-term counseling
Sliding scale fees dependent on income.

Heartworks Counseling, Consulting and Training
300 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 237
Casselberry , FL 32707
407-830-0417
Services include individual, couples, groups and workshops. Groups: anger management, batterer’s intervention, drug and alcohol, sexual addiction, ADD. Staff members listed below, plus licensure interns.

Toni Furbringer, PhD., LCSW - Areas of Specialty: Sexuality issues, trauma recovery, generalist practice
Mary Jane Natishyn, LCSW - Areas of Specialty: domestic violence, sexuality issues, ADD, generalist practice
Bill Harper, CAS - Areas of Specialty: Alcohol and other drug counseling; relapse prevention
Mike Manchester, MA, N.C.C. Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern - Areas of Specialty: eating disorders, body image, relationship issues, couples counseling, grief issues
Renee Natvig, MSW - Areas of Specialty: interpersonal relationships, GLBT issues

Sue Hudson, M.A.
Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern
409 St. Andrews Blvd.
Winter Park , FL 32792
407-648-5667
Areas of Specialty: Couples therapy, pre-marital counseling, personal
growth, ADHD coaching. Sliding scale fees. No insurance accepted.
www.positivestepsorlando.com

Johanna Jordan, M.A., LMFT
2221 Lee Rd, Suite 23
Winter Park , FL 32789
407-628-8494
Areas of Specialty: adults with history of sexual or physical abuse, couples, trauma, EMDR. Sliding scale fees ($50-$75). Evening and Saturday morning appointments available.

Alan Keck, Psy.D.
Center for Positive Psychology
1110 Douglas Avenue, Suite 3040
Altamonte Springs , FL 32714-2061
407-644-2000
www.positive-psy.com
Areas of Specialty: general practice; personal growth; medical problems; traumatic stress (e.g., abuse survivors, rape survivors, violent crime victims); hypnosis; anxiety disorders; eating disorders.

Carol Keeler, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
157 East New England Avenue
Winter Park, FL 32789
407-629-5244
www.cckeeler.com
Areas of Specialty: General practice. Trained at the Masterson Institute for personality disorders - borderline, narcissistic and schizoid disorders.

Shannon Kelly, Psy.D.
6001 Brick Court Suite 201
Winter Park, FL 32792
407-671-1123
Areas of Specialty: Child, Adolescent and Adult with ADHD, Neurofeedback, biofeedback, Trauma, Chronic Illness, and pain management, testing, hypnosis and alcohol and other drug issues.

Denton M. Kurtz, M.Ed., LMHC, LSP
Licensed and nationally board certified
225 South Swoope Avenue Suite 206
Maitland, FL 32751
407-629-9003, 407-234-8878
www.aboutacca.com, www.learningdisabilities.com or www.kurtzcenter.com
Areas of Specialty: PTSD; phobias, anxiety; LD testing and remediation; hypnotherapy; performance enhancement; panic disorders. Mostly short term work.

Lacy, Janie
Total Life Counseling
1507 S. Hiawassee Road #101
Orlando, FL 32835
janie@totallifecounseling.com
www.totallifecounseling.com
407-248-0030
Clients: Children, Adolescents, Adults.
Areas of Specialty: Life Coaching, Abuse-related Concerns, Men's Issues, Academic Difficulties, Multicultural Counseling, Addictive & Compulsive Behaviors, Mood Disorders, Adjustment Disorders, Alcohol & Substance Abuse, Anger Management, Parenting Anxiety Disorders, Performance Enhancement, Perpetrators of Violence, Attention Deficit Disorder/ Hyperactivity Personal Growth - Development/ Transitions, Personality Disorders, Behavioral Problems, Pre-marital Counseling, Body Image, Psychotic Disorders, Career Counseling, Couples or Marital Counseling, Domestic Violence, Relationship Issues, Eating Disorder/ Disordered Eating, Religious or Spiritual Concerns, Self-esteem & empowerment, Faith-based Counseling, Sexual abuse/assault,
Family Issues, Sexual Concerns, Family Therapy, Sexual Orientation, Social Skills/ Difficulties, Stress & Stress-related Illnesses, Grief, Loss, Bereavement, Group Therapy, Health-related/ Medical Concerns, Trauma Recovery, Identity Concerns, Women's Issues, and Workplace Issues.

Addie Leibin, LMHC
1355 Orange Avenue Suite 8
Winter Park , FL 32789
407-539-0828
Areas of Specialty: Anxiety, depression, marital and relationship issues, children and adolescent issues, eating disorders, grief/loss, pre-marital counseling, blended family issues and ADHD evaluation.

Joan Liberman, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
3400 Quadrangle Blvd
Orlando , FL 32817
407-810-5423
Areas of Specialty: Anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, grief, adjustment disorders, workplace issues and health related issues. Counseling for individuals age 18 and older.

The Life Works Group, Inc.
1850 Lee Rd., Suite 250
Winter Park, FL 32789
407-647-7005
www.lifeworksgroup.org

Dwight Bain, LMHC - Areas of Specialty: major life changes, sexual addictions, mid-life transitions
Deedra Hunter, LMHC - Areas of Specialty: eating disorders
Linda Riley, LMFT - Areas of Specialty: marriage and couples counseling, sexual addictions
Lyris Steuber, LMFT - Areas of Specialty: children between the ages of 2-18.
John Wagner, LMHC - Areas of Specialty: relationship coaching, depression, anxiety, adolescents, step-families
Aaron Welch, LMHC - Areas of Specialty: children & adolescents, adjustment disorders, men’s issues

Gregory Lucas, Ph.D.
Koger Center
3203 Lawton Road, Suite 150
Orlando , FL 32803
407-963-1542
gregorylucas@yahoo.com
www.DrGregoryLucas.com
Areas of Specialty: gay/lesbian/bisexual issues, depression, anxiety, compulsive behaviors, sexual addiction, sexuality, relationship issues, stress-related illnesses. Sliding scale for UCF students.

DeAne G. Matthew, M.A.
Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern
Located at The White Picket Fence Counseling Center
1345 Clay Street
Winter Park, FL 32789
321-689-9148
DGMCounseling.com
Areas of Specialty: Identity formation, role transitions, self esteem, depression, family dynamics, marriage counseling and geriatrics.

Claire Mauer, M.A., N.C.C.
Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern
1615 Woodward St.
Orlando, FL 32803
407-970-7915
web: www.ClaireMauer.com
Areas of Specialty: Stress/Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Conflict, Trauma recovery, weight concerns, academic/ physical problems, social difficulties, chronic self-doubt, identity issues.

Casey J. Moser, Psy.D.
1345 Clay Street
Winter Park, FL 32789
407-920-2584
Areas of Specialty: Individual Counseling and Couples Counseling focusing on: personal growth and exploration, interpersonal relationship concerns, family of origin issues, (e.g. relationship with parents/siblings), loss of relationship(s), changes/transitions in identity, trauma recovery, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, perfectionism, grief/loss.

Sandee Nebel, M.S.
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
White Picket Fence Counseling Center
1345 Clay Street
Winter Park, FL 32789
407-622-0202
Areas of Specialty: eating disorders, weight managment, body image, anxiety, depression, test anxiety, family issues, relationship issues, career counseling. Individual and group counseling.
Student fee rates available.

Carl Nickeson, PhD
1635 East Robinson Street
Orlando, FL 32803
407-898-8544
Areas of Specialty: General practice with EMDR as a specialty, anxiety, depression and trauma.

Keri Nola, MA, LMHC
Tuskawilla Office Park
2006 Town Plaza Court
Winter Springs, FL. 32708
407-242-9400
http://www.pathtogrowth.com
Areas of Specialty: Trauma Recovery, Grief/Loss Issues, Women's Issues, Relationship Issues including Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, & Transgender Concerns. Trained in EMDR, hypnotherapy and sex therapy.

Oviedo Counseling Clinic
1231 Reformation Dr (on campus of Reformed Theological Seminary)
Oviedo, FL 32765
407-366-9493 x256
407-937-1793 (voice mail)
http://www.oviedocounseling.com/
Monday - Thursday 4 to 9 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Contact person: Sarah Baker, Assessment and Scheduling Coordinator. Students may contact Sarah directly to schedule an initial assessment.

Joyce Pastorek, M.A., LMHC
550 N. Bumby Ave Suite 105
Orlando, FL 32803
407-491-1288
Areas of Specialty: individuals & couples; gay, lesbian, bisexual issues; victims of domestic violence, abuse, or rape; anxiety disorders; obsessive-compulsive disorders; phobias; depression; perpetrators of violence
Sliding scale fees in special circumstances. Some evening hours available

Olivia Pitkethly, MA, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
211 W. Bay Avenue
Longwood, Florida 32750
407-719-0704
www.path2innerpeace.com
Areas of Specialty: Grief/loss, depression, anxiety, stress management, relationship issues and sexual abuse. Now offering a women’s group for general issues.

Patricia Reyenga, MSW
Registered Clinical Social Work Intern
Tuskawilla Office Park - Counseling
2006 Town Plaza Court
Winter Springs , FL 32708
407-592-8503
Areas of specialty: addictions, anxiety, depression, attention deficit disorder, couples counseling, career counseling. Day and evening appointments available. Sliding scale fees. No insurance accepted.

Nancy E. Rizzo, Psy.D.
1850 Lee Rd., Suite 321
Winter Park , FL 32789
407-822-4880
Areas of Specialty: adults/young adults; adolescents; children; couples; parenting; ADHD; bipolar; obsessive-compulsive disorder

Michael Ian Rothenberg, Ph.D., LCSW
705-A Executive Drive
Winter Park, Florida 32789
407-797-5468
www.CounselingAndSexualHealth.com
Areas of specialty: Online sexual addiction, compulsive sexual behavior, sex addiction, sexuality counseling, GLBT issues, male survivors of sexual abuse, sexual trauma, compulsive masturbation, sexual incompatibility, desire, arousal, sexual identity, unusual sex practices, sexuality and illness, loss and grief issues, relationship counseling, depression, anxiety, anger, trust and communication issues.

Debbie Sawicki-Lake M.A., LMHC
409 St. Andrews Blvd.
Winter Park, Florida 32792
407-648-5667
www.positivestepsorlando.com
Areas of Specialty: substance use; relationships; pre-marital counseling; adjustment issues; crisis management; personal growth; grief and bereavement; and women's issues. Individual counseling, couples counseling, children & family counseling, and group counseling.
Some evening and weekend hours. Sliding scale fees. No insurance accepted.

Anthony Schefstad, LCSW, PhD
225 South Swoope Avenue Suite 206
Maitland, FL 32751
407-629-9003
Areas of Specialty: Specializes in alcohol and other drug disorders. PTSD, phobias, anxiety, LD testing and remediation, hypotherapy, performance enhancement and panic disorders.

Audrey Seed, LCSW
2828 Casa Aloma Way Suite 200
Winter Park, FL 32792
Phone: 407-679-4847
Fax: 407-671-0084
Areas of Specialty: adolescents, divorce, self esteem, loss, sexual identity, adjustment issues.

Marnie G. Shanbhag, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist
505 Park Avenue North, Suite 201
Winter Park, FL 32789
Phone: 407-644-5598
Fax: 407-644-0329
Areas of Specialty: Multicultural counseling, relationships, developmental issues, identity issues, family of origin, women's health, substance abuse, work/life balance and life coaching.

Julie Shepardson
Tuskawilla Office Park
2006 Town Plaza Court
Winter Springs, FL 32708
407-696-9909
Areas of Specialty: depression, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, emotional eating and weight management issues, children of alcoholics.

Lyn E. Smith
Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern
251 Maitland Avenue Suite 307
Altamonte Springs, Florida
407-721-1099
Areas of specialty: Children, family, marriage, individual and faith based counseling. Also specializing in play therapy, trauma, military family support, Pesso-Boyden Psychomotor System and geriatrics.
Sliding scale fees.

Jesse Sparks, MA, NCC
Registered Mental Health Intern
2802 Aloma Avenue, Suite 102
Winter Park, Florida 32792
407-325-5521
www.jessesparks.com
Areas of Specialty: Adolescent transition, addiction, chronic depression, self-esteem, anxiety and fears, sexual identity concerns, grief and loss, divorce, spirituality, relationship issues, men’s issues and family counseling.

Tania Stout, MA
Registered Intern, Mental Health Counseling
Expressions Counseling Center
Tuskawilla Office Park
2006 Town Plaza Court
Winter Springs, FL 32708
407-810-5338
Areas of Specialty: Children, adolescents, women's issues, college transition, mood disorders, anxiety and parenting issues.

Kathie Thaw, R.N., M.A., P.A.
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern
The Center for Counseling & Consulting
661 Seminola Boulevard
Casselberry, FL 32707
386-956-0359
www.kathiethaw.net
Areas of Specialty: individual and couples counseling, pre-marital and marital issues, pet bereavement, life adjustment, transitions; anxiety, depression.

Philip O. Toal, Ed.D., LMHC
2348 Whitehall Dr .
Winter Park , FL 32792
407-622-7556
Areas of Specialty: sex therapy, couples, depression, gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues, health related issues, grief and loss. Evening and weekend hours. No insurance accepted.

Barbara (Bobbie) Triggs, LMFT
Harbour Bend Office Condominiums
2949 West SR 434, Suite 100
Longwood , FL 32779
407-451-7164
Areas of Specialty: Victims of domestic violence and family conflict, trauma, stress and depression, recovery, empowerment and communication skill building. She is a registered play therapist and works with sand tray and art with teens and adults.

Sean P. Turner, Ph.D.
1850 Lee Rd. Suite 340
Winter Park, FL
407-981-3000
www.DrSeanTurner.com
Areas of Specialty: depression, anxiety, men's issues, relationships or family issues, GLBT issues, identity development, developmental/ transitional concerns. (Psychodynamic/ Interpersonal/Relationally Oriented)

Veronica White, Ph.D., LMHC, NCC
1850 Lee Road, Suite 106
Winter Park, FL 32789
Phone: 407-478-5125
Fax: 407-275-5163
Areas of Specialty: mood disorders, anxiety, PTSD, anger management, stress management, IQ testing, domestic violence, sexual trauma, adjustment issues, family issues, substance abuse, psychotic disorders, multicultural issues, STD/HIV/AIDS. Sliding scale fees. Evening hours available.

Richard Willens, Psy.D.
1155 Louisiana Ave., Suite 106
Winter Park, FL 32789
407-629-4356
Areas of Specialty: young adults; anxiety disorders; mood disorders; substance abuse; impulse control; ADHD.

Valeska Wilson, M.A., LMHC, BCIA-C
12051 Corporate Blvd.
Orlando, FL 32817
407-963-5923
Areas of Specialty: stress/anxiety; self-esteem; women�s issues; depression; relationships; trauma & abuse; eating disorders; biofeedback training Negotiable fees.

Community Agencies

Barry University Family Enrichment Center
2000 N. Alafaya Trail, Suite 600
Orlando , FL 32826
321-235-8413
Areas of Specialty: children, adolescents, couples, family, and individual; all issues, except no high risk of suicide. Sliding scale fees. Hours: Monday-Thursday, 3:00-9:00. All counselors are graduate students in masters or doctoral program and receive supervision.

Catholic Counseling Center (A program of Catholic Charities)
1771 North Semoran Blvd.
Orlando , FL 32807-3598
407-658-1818
Provide individual, couples, marital, and family counseling. Mostly short-term (12-15 sessions) therapy. Will not see clients who are court ordered, have active psychosis, or eating disorders. Will see clients with active suicidality or substance problems only if they are in appropriate collateral treatment. Catholic Charities also offers services related to adoption, pregnancy, financial assistance, and immigration/refugee issues.

The Center for Drug Free Living
Non-Residential Services
100 West Columbia Street
Orlando , FL 32806
407-245-0012 (Inpatient Treatment) 407-245-0016 (Detoxification) 407-245-0014 (Outpatient services)
Areas of Specialty: substance use disorders; inpatient and outpatient services
Hours: Monday-Thursday 8am-8pm, Friday 8-5pm. Sliding scale fees.

Center for Growth and Development at Jewish Family Services
2100 Lee Road
Winter Park , FL 32789
407-644-7593 Ext. 231
The Center is a United Way Agency. The Center provides non-denominational counseling for individuals, couples, families, and children. They work with all issues. The counselors have Master’s degrees in Mental Health Counseling, Clinical Social Work, or Marriage and Family Therapy. Sliding scale fees.

Church Street Counseling Center
First Presbyterian Church
106 E Church Street
Orlando , FL 32801
407-423-2388
Staff consists of mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, and interns. Some staff are bilingual. They provide individual, couples, and family counseling with most issues. They also have anger management groups and occasionally other groups such as a women’s depression group. Sliding scale fees. Affiliated with the First Presbyterian Church of Orlando. Website: www.fpco.org. Click on Church Street Counseling Center.

Green House Family Counseling Center
3535 Lawton Rd. #260
Orlando , FL 32803-3743
407-895-5800
The Green House Family Counseling Center is a program within Children’s Home Society.
Staff consists of licensed and unlicensed counselors and interns, including bilingual staff (2 full time staff, 1 part-time staff, 3 interns). Services include outpatient counseling in home and in office, individuals, couples, and families. Areas of Specialty: sexual abuse; play therapy; depression; anger management; referrals from CFS. Sliding scale fees. No insurance accepted.

The Grove Counseling Center
Altamonte Outpatient Services: 1088 East Altamonte Springs Dr., Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 Sanford Outpatient Services: 1550 South French Ave., Sanford, FL 32773
407-327-1765 or 800-919-1765 / www.thegrove.org
Outpatient services for adults include individual, groups, and family counseling. The Center is primarily focused on treating alcohol and other drug abuse issues. Sliding scale fees.

The Healing Tree
Sexual Trauma Recovery Center
601 W. Michigan Street
Orlando , FL 32805
407-317-7430
Areas of Specialty: sexual assault, incest, sexual abuse, rape, parents/caregivers/spouses/significant others of survivors. Services include individual, couples, families, and groups. Almost all counseling services are free (grant funded).
*Services for clients who are 17 years old and under only. *

Lutheran Counseling Services
1600 South Orlando Ave
Winter Park , FL 32789
407-644-4692
www.lutherancounselingservices.org
Areas of Specialty: children, marriage and family issues, relationships, women’s issues, adjustment issues, mood disorders, trauma, EMDR, spiritual/theological issues.
Sliding scale fees. Provide faith based counseling, but see individuals from all denominations.
See website for more information.

Neighborhood Center for Families (NCF)
Union Park
9839 East Colonial Drive
Orlando, FL 32817
407-207-1684

On- TRAC College Coaching Centers
1806 Town Plaza Ct.
Winter Springs , FL 32708
407-695-3664
www.on-trac.net
Services: tutoring, remediation, assessment, coaching

Oviedo Counseling Clinic
407-366-9493 x256
Oviedo, Fl
Contact Person: Sarah Baker

Psychiatrists

Louise Buhrman, MD
1485 S. Semoran Blvd., Suite 6-1454
Winter Park, FL 32796
407-671-2258
Specializes in eating disorders.

Carol Bloomquist-Mikulka, MD
1155 Louisiana Ave., Suite 207
Winter Park, FL 32789
407-645-3777

Patricia Sarkar, MD
The Group for Psychiatry, Psychology and Wellness
1555 Howell Branch Road B-4
Winter Park, FL 32789
Phone: 407-644-2121
Fax: 407-644-2974
Areas of Specialty: Psychiatric services for clients age 18 and older.

Psychiatric Services of Winter Park
Jose Quinones, MD
Malcolm Roberts, MD
Ricardo Bernal, MD
2248 Winter Woods Blvd.
Winter Park, FL 32792
407-681-6003
Areas of Specialty: children/adolescents, young adults, ADD, depression, anxiety, OCD, other psychiatric disorders

Note: This list is intended to offer suggestions for private practitioners in the community. The UCF Counseling Center does not check the qualifications of the individuals listed. Inclusion on this list does not signify endorsement or recommendation by the UCF Counseling Center.