Online Therapy Sessions with Houston Center for Valued Living
Do you want therapy but don’t have time to travel to the office?
Do you live outside of Houston but still want to connect with one of our therapists?
Do you want to start counseling but can’t get away from your desk?
Or maybe you just want therapy from the comfort of your own couch!
If you answered yes to any of the above questions, telehealth is a great option! We offer online (or “teletherapy / telehealth”) sessions to both new and established clients of Houston Center for Valued Living.
Frequenty Asked Questions about Online Therapy
What is telehealth or teletherapy?
Some people call it online therapy, online counseling, web therapy, teletherapy, or telehealth counseling. A telehealth session is a counseling session that occurs via web video conferencing platform. For example, many clients choose to use Zoom meetings, Skype, or Facetime for the video therapy sessions. It works exactly the same as a regular therapy session, except you don’t have to come into the office!
What is an online therapy session like?
Well, it’s much the same as a regular therapy session. With video, we can see each other, react to what’s happening in the moment, and do just about everything we would in office. We can lead you through mindfulness exercises, thought exercises, coping techniques, and more. Helpful handouts and worksheets can be e-mailed to you.
CoronaVirus /Covid-19 and Online Therapy
Many people are stressed, anxious, and overwhelmed right now due to the CoronaVirus pandemic. Now is the time to reach out and make yourself a priority. Your mental health doesn’t have to suffer just because you are social distancing. We offer telehealth sessions for times such as these. Whether you are seeking services because of anxiety due to Coronavirus or for some other important issue in your life , you can begin therapy now.
Will my insurance reimburse for telehealth / teletherapy sessions?
Yes! Although Houston Center for Valued Living is not in network with insurance, we are happy to provide you a claim to submit to your company for out of network benefits. At this time, insurance companies are approving the use of telehealth sessions using various online platforms (Facetime, Zoom, Skype, etc). You no longer have to be in the office for counseling! As usual though, it’s best to consult with your insurance company an specific plan to understand your out of network benefits.
If you haven’t yet discovered the therapist for you, we suggest you take a look at our about page to get a feel for our specialties and therapeutic approaches.
If you need help choosing the right therapist, send us a message info@hcfvl.com or call 713-331-5538 and we’ll help you out!
When you’re ready to make your appointment, you can reach out to your desired therapist below via phone or e-mail – OR – you can schedule your first therapy appointment through our online portal here.