Remote Counseling

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We utilize two HIPAA compliant platforms to host our remote counseling sessions. Your counselor will confirm with you which of these systems you will use. Please use this page as a help to you in getting started on your first session. 

Getting Started

You will receive an email with instructions to guide you through the set-up of your first remote session. After this initial time, the process will remain the same. There is no log in or special accounts necessary. Please communicate any technological issues or complications to your counselor immediately and they will assist you or reschedule your session if necessary. 

We ask that Remote Counselees read and sign an additional document called the Remote Counseling Expectations and Contract. This document outlines specific details that will enable your remote counseling to be the most effective.  Please sign and return it to us before your first session.

Google Hangouts

STEP ONE

You should receive an e-mail invitation to your appointment. This e-mail includes the link needed to connect with your counselor through Google Hangout. 

STEP TWO

In the information provided please note the line labeled “Joining info”—this has the link that you will click to open the video page.

STEP THREE

After you click the link a new window should open in your browser that will direct you to the video meeting page. Once here click “Join Meeting”. You will automatically be logged into the meeting. Do ensure that your microphone is enabled on your computer.

STEP FOUR

Once your counselor joins they will show up on your screen.

FUTURE REMOTE SESSIONS

For your remote sessions  in the future continue to watch for invitation e-mail to your session. The process will be the same moving forward.

Doxy.me

STEP ONE

Your counselor will provide you with a link to their  individual Doxy.me account. This same link will be used every time you meet together. 

STEP TWO

When you click on the provided link you will be brought to this screen. You may be asked to give access to your microphone and webcam. If so, allow Doxy.me access to these features. Type in your name and click “Check In”. You will be placed in Doxy.me’s virtual waiting room. 

STEP THREE

Once your counselor has signed on, you will notice their logo and name appear in the upper left corner of the screen. When your counselor is ready, they will begin the call and the video will begin. You won't need to do anything from this point on. The below picture is an example of what it will look like when your counselor joins.

FUTURE REMOTE SESSIONS

For your remote sessions in the future please refer to the same email link to begin your sessions. The process will be the same each time. 

Cancellation Policy

If you need to cancel an appointment contact your counselor directly as soon as possible. We ask that you give at least a 24 hour notice for cancellations.

If you fail to give us a 24-hour notice we would ask you to provide a $50 donation for your missed appointment (unless the cancellation was due to an emergency.)

Your Counselor

Please reference our About Us page to learn more about our Fieldstone Counselors and identify with whom you’ll be meeting during your appointments.

Suggested Donation

Our default system for processing your suggestion donation is an email-based system called Square. This a secure system that allows us to send an email directly to you through which you can give for your sessions using a credit or debit card. The email address that you use to fill out your intake form will be the address to which these emails are sent, unless otherwise specified. Here’s an example of what this email will look like:

If you would prefer to use cash or check, we would be happy to accommodate that! The difference in processing is that we will mail a hard copy of your invoice to your home with a pre-addressed return envelope to our main office included. Again, if you would prefer to use this hard copy system you will need to contact us directly to specify this preference. Our finance department can be reached on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays by email (finance@fieldstonecounseling.org) or phone at (330) 896-7204.

We ask that you do not exceed more than two outstanding invoices, as we don’t want the accumulation of invoices to become a burden to you.

Scholarships

We never want finances to stand in the way of you receiving Gospel centered biblical counseling. If you would like to submit a request for a scholarship to reduce or completely cover the cost of your suggested donation rate you can access the downloadable version of the form here. You can also fill out the form online.

Please note: after completing this form please email a scanned copy of a recent paycheck or first page of tax return to finance@fieldstonecounseling.org.

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