If you have never used telehealth counseling services before, you probably have a lot of questions. The information below should be able to answer all of your questions about this safe, secure, and convenient way to continue or begin online counseling. The help you need is a quick and easy call away. There is no added cost to you, and for some clients, insurance may cover the service 100%. Counseling sessions will be conducted through HIPPA-compliant Zoom video conference calls. Clients can access their sessions by phone, tablet, or computer utilizing a personal Zoom Id and Password. Frequency of sessions will vary by the client's needs.
These times of uncertainty can lead us to feel hopeless, disconnected, and fearful. Fortunately, you are not alone. Tele-health is the term used to describe healthcare services through the means of technology. Here at "Priority Counseling," we are committed to providing affordable and accessible mental health services for you. Our telehealth therapist offers flexible convenient hours available to provide online therapy to you through video sessions and or phone sessions.
Benefits of utilizing Telehealth include:
· Regular and consistent access to your therapist.
· Safe, easy, and secure.
· Therapy in the comfort of your home.
· No added cost.
· Insurance may cover you at 100%.
We believe in providing the most convenient, safe, and affordable way to access telehealth counseling for online counseling services. As such, we utilize a HIPAA compliant, secure software platform called Zoom. This platform works much like FaceTime or other popular video conferencing software. Privacy, security and safety are our top priorities for our clients when considering tele-health options. Again, this software is free for you and there will not be an added cost to your session. To learn more, you can visit their website here: Zoom.us, and for a brief tutorial on how to set up your first session, follow instructions provided and please enjoy the video attached below.
Telehealth Instructions: In the App store, download Zoom Application on your phone/laptop computer.
How to join a Zoom meeting
1.Open the Zoom mobile app.
2. Join a meeting using Personal ID and Password provided by your therapist.
3. Enter the meeting ID number and your display name.
4. Select to connect with audio and video and click ‘Join Meeting’.