Mental Health & Wellness
We are pleased to offer a valuable opportunity for individuals seeking support for their mental health journey through our scholarship program for counseling sessions with Emily Starlin. This scholarship is designed to make mental health care more accessible and affordable.

Sessions are $100 per hour, but thanks to a grant from Orlando Health, families will receive an $80 scholarship per session, bringing your copay to $20 per hour. A receipt will be provided for insurance reimbursement. Sessions will be held at 427 N Magnolia Ave.

About Emily Starlin:

Emily Starlin is a compassionate and skilled Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern dedicated to providing high-quality, personalized support to individuals with Down syndrome. She received her Master of Science in Mental Health and Rehabilitation Counseling and is a Nationally Certified Counselor as well as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor. With a warm and empathetic approach, Emily helps clients navigate life's challenges, develop coping strategies, and work towards personal growth and well-being.

Scholarship Details:

  • Purpose: To provide financial assistance to individuals who need counseling services but face financial barriers.
  • Coverage: The scholarship will cover part of the cost of counseling sessions with Emily Starlin, depending on the applicant's needs and available funding.
  • Application Process: Interested individuals complete an application outlining their current mental health needs and financial situation. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
  • Eligibility: Open to FOUNDATION members seeking mental health support who demonstrate a need for financial assistance.

By applying for this scholarship, you take a step towards better mental health while receiving support from a dedicated professional. We encourage you to apply and take advantage of this opportunity for healing and personal growth. 

**Please make sure you complete the entire application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Thank you!

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APPLICANT INFORMATION
First Name  *
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Email address *
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Who were you referred by:  *
Does your insurance company cover the cost of mental health counseling?
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Upload your "Denial of Coverage" letter here
What is your co-pay? (you must know this prior to submitting your application)
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Are you currently seeing a mental health counselor?
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If you are receiving services, please provide the name of your current therapist.
If you are receiving services what is the frequency and duration? For example, once per week for 30 minutes.
Do you have an additional / supplemental method of funding for this activity?  (Gardiner Scholarship, scholarship from another organization, etc). If yes, please provide the additional source.
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PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION
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FOUNDATION INVOLVEMENT
The FOUNDATION's scholarship program gives priority to active members.  Please take 
a moment to let us know how you are involved with The FOUNDATION within the last 12 months.
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If there is another way you feel you can share your time/talent please take a moment to let us know how.  We would love to get more people involved so we can expand our impact.
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SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
Mental Health Counseling Sessions are $100 per hour. Thanks to a grant from Orlando Health families will receive a scholarship for $80 per hour and will pay $20 per hour.  *
Please be aware that we require at least 24 hours' notice to cancel or reschedule your appointment. If you cancel or reschedule within 24 hours of your scheduled appointment, a $50 fee will be charged to the credit card we have on file. Please note that scholarship funds cannot be used to cover this fee. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
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