Is Online Couseling For Me?

Online counseling could be for you if:

• You need scheduling flexibility because of your work schedule in order to commit to a counseling program. 
• You are too busy to spend time commuting to a counselor’s office. 
• You are uncomfortable around people and feel that you are better able to open up in a chat-room or by telephone with a caring counselor. 
• You are hearing impaired and typing by way of a secure chat room with a professional counselor is the most convenient way to receive counseling. 
• You are sight impaired or immobile and face-to-face contact is not important to you.
• You are in the military and want a convenient and confidential way to discuss issues that are personal.

Online counseling is not for you if you are in a severe emotional crisis, suffering from severe depression, have suicidal or homicidal ideations.  If you are thinking of hurting yourself or someone else, or if you find that any of the above apply to you, please stop now and contact your local crisis emergency center immediately, or dial 911 in most areas.