FAQs

  • Click here to book an appointment.

  • Initial Evaluation
    You will spend a little more than an hour with your provider going over medical history, diagnoses, trauma, and more.
    $245

    Follow Up
    These are 30 minute follow ups to check in on treatment progress and medication management.
    $125

  • No. You do not need to be a Christian to receive care at our practice.

    We are a Christian psychiatric practice, and we ultimately believe that true hope, healing, and restoration are found in Jesus Christ. This conviction informs how we approach care, with love, prayerful consideration, and a commitment to treating each person as created with purpose and worth.

    At the same time, mental health care is always patient-centered. We welcome individuals of all faith backgrounds, as well as those with no religious affiliation. Participation in faith-based discussion or prayer is never required. Your personal beliefs will be respected, and faith is incorporated into treatment only if you choose and desire it. Our treatment always remains collaborative, respectful, and grounded in evidence-based psychiatric practice.

  • ADHD
    Our practice does not offer ADHD evaluations, screenings, or medication management for ADHD.

    Suboxone
    We do not currently offer Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) or opioid use disorder treatment. We understand how important access to appropriate care is, and we encourage individuals seeking Suboxone services to connect with an addiction specialist or a licensed MAT provider who can best support their needs.

  • We understand that life can be busy and unpredictable. However, in order to make the most of our limited appointment availability and serve as many patients as possible, we ask for timely notice of any cancellations or changes. A cancellation fee may apply for missed appointments or insufficient notice (less than 24 hours), as this time could otherwise be offered to another patient in need.

    Detailed information about our cancellation policy will be provided during the intake process. We’ll review it together to ensure a clear understanding and to give you the opportunity to ask any questions.

  • Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department for all medical or psychiatric emergencies including the risk of harm to self or others.  

    Phone calls and emails will be answered within less than 48 hours during the week. However, office telephone number and email are not to be utilized for crises. 

    If you're experiencing emotional distress, the resources below provide free and confidential support 24/7:

    • Call or text 988: 988lifeline.org

    • Essential Local And Community Services: call 211 or visit website: 211.org

    • If experiencing substance use, please contact SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

    • National Council On Alcoholism & Drug Dependency Hope Line: 1-800-622-2255 

    • National Domestic Violence Hotline:  1-800-799-SAFE (7233)

    • National Crisis Line - Anorexia And Bulimia: 1-800-233-4357 

    • National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA): call 1-866-662-1235  or visit website: nationaleatingdisorders.org

    • Self-Harm Hotline: 1-800-366-8288 

    • Veterans Crisis Support: veteranscrisisline.net

  • We are a tele-health psych practice, our appointments are held over video. Patients must be Florida residents to receive treatment with Hope First.

  • Due to the high demand for care and the limited time available each year, our practice is focused exclusively on direct clinical services. This includes meeting with patients, managing medications, communicating with pharmacies, and coordinating care with other healthcare providers.

    As such, we are unable to complete administrative documents or provide letters, including but not limited to: short-term or long-term disability forms, FMLA paperwork, school accommodation letters, or Emotional Support/Service Animal letters.

    Additionally, we do not conduct evaluations or provide documentation for submission to third parties for legal, employment, custody, or similar purposes. If you require these types of services, we recommend seeking assistance from a provider who offers administrative evaluations as part of their practice.

  • We're happy to answer any additional questions you may have. Feel free to reach out via email with any inquiries, and we'll do our best to assist you.

    info@hopefirstwellness.com