Are you looking for a Christian counselor, but there’s no one in your area or within a convenient distance from where you live? Is there another reason you’re unable to come into the office for a visit? If so, our counselors can help! Our therapists are pleased to offer virtual online counseling for our current clients, as well as for new clients. All counselors on our team are Telemental Health trained and certified to provide confidential, high-quality online counseling sessions to meet your needs.
What is Virtual Online Counseling?
Online counseling or therapy is also known as telemental health or one of several other terms. You may hear it referred to as virtual counseling, online therapy, web-based counseling, remote therapy sessions or another descriptive term. All of these basically mean the same thing – a situation where the therapist provides counseling and support over the internet through email, video conferencing, online chat, or a phone call.
Three Benefits of Online Counseling
Accessibility
Almost everyone has access to a computer, tablet, or phone and is able to schedule an online counseling session. We use one of several different apps so no matter what type of system you use, we can communicate well. Your therapist will work with you to get all the details agreed upon and set up prior to your appointment. You can even schedule a “test session” prior to your actual appointment so that no counseling time is lost.
Safety
Creating a private place for your meeting will allow you to control the situation. You may schedule a time to meet when you are alone and in a space where you know there will be no distractions. We also offer counseling sessions that are HIPAA compliant. Everything is completely confidential, just as it would be if you were in the office with your therapist.
Ongoing Support
Life gets busy, unexpected meetings get scheduled, kids get sick – life happens. These things need not cause you to have to miss a scheduled appointment. You’ll be able to easily schedule an online counseling session at a time that is convenient. If you are struggling or need help in any of these areas, we care and are available to help. Click on any of the following topics for more information.
- Addictions
- Anxiety & Depression
- Marital & Infidelity issues
- Teens & Families
- Premarital
- Sexual Addiction
- Crisis
- Trauma
- Postpartum Issues
Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Session
- Set up for your session in a private space with limited distractions. Your car might be a good option.
- Reduce other activity on your internet so the video quality is at its best.
- Online counseling may work better on a laptop or desktop computer.
- It is recommended, but not required, to use earbuds and a microphone for less outside noise and privacy.
- You always have the option for a phone session if you feel that you need to move to a more remote location.
- Be on time. Our attendance policies are the same for online counseling or in-person sessions. If you need to cancel or reschedule please let your therapist know 24 hours in advance to avoid cancellation charges.
We will be actively monitoring our policies as needed. Our main goal is to make sure that everyone stays healthy and on track with their mental health. We remain available to answer your questions and support you as well as we possibly can.
Where Online Counseling is Available
We have counselors on staff who are licensed in other states, so we are able to offer some flexibility for our clients. Contact us to schedule an appointment if you live in one of these states:
- Georgia – Includes cities inside the Atlanta metro area and smaller cities in Georgia such as Savannah, Macon, Valdosta, Columbus, Albany, Athens, Augusta, Rome
- Texas – Dallas, Houston, Austin, San Antonio, Galveston
- Michigan – Grand Rapids, Detroit, Ann Arbor
Counseling offices are located in Woodstock, Roswell, and Atlanta. At some point, it may be beneficial to see your therapist in person, so anyone within driving distance of one of these cities will have that option, also. Our offices are conveniently located a short distance from I-75 or US-19/Hwy 400, near one of the following cities:
- Canton
- Woodstock
- Kennesaw
- Alpharetta
- Roswell
- Marietta
- Atlanta
What now?
Make an Appointment
If you are interested in setting up an online counseling session or would like to know more about the process or what online counseling would look like through Restoration Counseling of Atlanta, please call our office or reach out to our office administrator or one of our therapists.
Church Partnerships
As a Christian counseling center in the Atlanta, GA area, we recognize your faith is important to you and we know that your church helps support your family, marriage, and life. Your Restoration Counseling therapist welcomes communication with your home church. We will be happy to speak to your pastor or refer you to other Christian services in the area if you would like. We are happy to work with any church in the Atlanta, GA area. In the past, we’ve partnered with local churches including Perimeter Church, North Point Community Church, Stonecreek Church, Buckhead Church, and Passion City Church for a variety of projects and/or to coordinate care. We support you as a Christian, as a spouse, and as a person.
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