WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF VIDEO COUNSELING?
More people are making use of telehealth (video) options for therapy for a number of good reasons:
More people are making use of telehealth (video) options for therapy for a number of good reasons:
- It's quick & easy. You don't have to fight traffic to get to your appointment (a big plus for Central Florida).
- It's convenient. You can join your session from your home, your office, or anywhere with a decent internet connection. In couples counseling, the partners can even be in separate locations.
- It's personal. It allows for real-time interaction between client and therapist.
- It costs less. We offer video sessions at a lower fee than our in-office appointments. (See prices below.)
WHAT KIND OF COUNSELING DO YOU OFFER?
We offer licensed counseling via virtual (video) session. Although our counselors have interest and experience in several areas of counseling need, we are proud of the unique focus we offer in the following areas:
We offer licensed counseling via virtual (video) session. Although our counselors have interest and experience in several areas of counseling need, we are proud of the unique focus we offer in the following areas:
WHAT APPOINTMENT TIMES ARE AVAILABLE?
Hours available for video counseling vary during the week in order to accommodate different client schedules. Each therapist may have hours that change slightly from week to week, but weekday and evening hours are available. Use our online scheduling service to see what hours are available for each therapist. (You can view a counselor's availability without making an appointment.)
Hours available for video counseling vary during the week in order to accommodate different client schedules. Each therapist may have hours that change slightly from week to week, but weekday and evening hours are available. Use our online scheduling service to see what hours are available for each therapist. (You can view a counselor's availability without making an appointment.)
WHICH COUNSELOR IS RIGHT FOR ME?
To help you decide, here's a brief overview of the unique benefits that each counselor provides. Click any counselor's name for more details about her/him and see pricing info listed below. If you would like more information about any counselor, call our office (407-796-8070) and request a free phone consultation with them.
Tim Tedder is a licensed counselor who began his transition into professional therapy in 2004. After completing his Masters Degree from Indiana Wesleyan University, he started with a family counseling focus in Indiana before moving to Orlando in 2008 where he specialized in helping couples in crisis. He created AffairHealing.com in 2009 and is the author of books, articles, and resources related to affair recovery. Tim is a certified in Discernment Counseling, effective with marriages in which at least one spouse is considering separation or divorce. As co-owner of Currents Counseling Services, he works with committed couples through a wide variety of relationship issues and also counsels with individuals who desire to change life direction.
Sharon Tedder is a licensed counselor with a Masters Degree from Troy University. She is a co-owner of Currents Counseling Services with a focus on helping clients work through trauma and anxiety. She contributes regularly to the resources of AffairHealing.com. Sharon works with individuals only (not couples). Additionally, Sharon is passionate about helping those who have suffered abuse or betrayal in a relationship.
To help you decide, here's a brief overview of the unique benefits that each counselor provides. Click any counselor's name for more details about her/him and see pricing info listed below. If you would like more information about any counselor, call our office (407-796-8070) and request a free phone consultation with them.
Tim Tedder is a licensed counselor who began his transition into professional therapy in 2004. After completing his Masters Degree from Indiana Wesleyan University, he started with a family counseling focus in Indiana before moving to Orlando in 2008 where he specialized in helping couples in crisis. He created AffairHealing.com in 2009 and is the author of books, articles, and resources related to affair recovery. Tim is a certified in Discernment Counseling, effective with marriages in which at least one spouse is considering separation or divorce. As co-owner of Currents Counseling Services, he works with committed couples through a wide variety of relationship issues and also counsels with individuals who desire to change life direction.
Sharon Tedder is a licensed counselor with a Masters Degree from Troy University. She is a co-owner of Currents Counseling Services with a focus on helping clients work through trauma and anxiety. She contributes regularly to the resources of AffairHealing.com. Sharon works with individuals only (not couples). Additionally, Sharon is passionate about helping those who have suffered abuse or betrayal in a relationship.
HOW MUCH DO VIDEO or PHONE SESSIONS COST?
Tim Tedder's Rate: $90/50-min; $55/25-min. Sharon Tedder's Rate (Individuals Only): $90/50-min; $55/25-min. Premarital Counseling sessions are provided at a discount.
Counseling sessions are typically 50-minutes in length, but 25-minute sessions may also be scheduled. 50 minutes are required for all first appointments.
Tim Tedder's Rate: $90/50-min; $55/25-min. Sharon Tedder's Rate (Individuals Only): $90/50-min; $55/25-min. Premarital Counseling sessions are provided at a discount.
Counseling sessions are typically 50-minutes in length, but 25-minute sessions may also be scheduled. 50 minutes are required for all first appointments.
ARE VIDEO SESSIONS SECURE? COMPLICATED? RELIABLE?
Video sessions are secure and confidential (HIPPA compliant). When you schedule an appointment, the link to your video session will be sent to you and will also be available in your private client portal. For complete information & help, download the Telehealth Guide (PDF).
As long as you have a good internet connection, you can use your computer, tablet, or smartphone to join the video session. For Couples: Both may share the same device, or each may join the video session using separate tablets or computers (since a phone screen is likely not large enough to show all participants).
We rarely have problems with video sessions. When we do, it's usually do to a poor internet connection. In those circumstances, turning off the video feature will allow for an audio-only session. These problems can be easily avoided by making sure your device isn't running other programs at the same time and that your internet connection isn't being used heavily by other programs or devices. (For example, trying to conduct a video session on the same WiFi service that is also being use to stream video, download content, update services, or play games at the same time will likely cause interference.)
Video sessions are secure and confidential (HIPPA compliant). When you schedule an appointment, the link to your video session will be sent to you and will also be available in your private client portal. For complete information & help, download the Telehealth Guide (PDF).
As long as you have a good internet connection, you can use your computer, tablet, or smartphone to join the video session. For Couples: Both may share the same device, or each may join the video session using separate tablets or computers (since a phone screen is likely not large enough to show all participants).
We rarely have problems with video sessions. When we do, it's usually do to a poor internet connection. In those circumstances, turning off the video feature will allow for an audio-only session. These problems can be easily avoided by making sure your device isn't running other programs at the same time and that your internet connection isn't being used heavily by other programs or devices. (For example, trying to conduct a video session on the same WiFi service that is also being use to stream video, download content, update services, or play games at the same time will likely cause interference.)
CAN WE SCHEDULE AN OFFICE APPOINTMENT?
Only if you are willing to travel to Indiana! Tim and Sharon started their practices in central Florida but moved to Indiana in 2019 to live closer to family. They are licensed to counsel in both Florida and Indiana. Virtual counseling to Florida residents is available through Currents Counseling Services; in-office appointments are available through the Renewal Counseling & Wellness Center in Carmel, Indiana (just north of Indianapolis).
For Central Florida residents who prefer office appointments, we recommend these counseling services:
Only if you are willing to travel to Indiana! Tim and Sharon started their practices in central Florida but moved to Indiana in 2019 to live closer to family. They are licensed to counsel in both Florida and Indiana. Virtual counseling to Florida residents is available through Currents Counseling Services; in-office appointments are available through the Renewal Counseling & Wellness Center in Carmel, Indiana (just north of Indianapolis).
For Central Florida residents who prefer office appointments, we recommend these counseling services:
- Selah Therapy | Oveido
- Heidi Behr and John Gallagher | Winter Park (Lee World Center)
- Charis Counseling | Baldwin Park
WHY DO YOU ASK FOR CREDIT CARD INFORMATION?
Your credit card is not charged prior to your scheduled appointment, but we require the information for two reasons: (1) it helps assure that new clients intend to keep their scheduled appointment; (2) the payment process is streamlined following your appointment, since we can simply charge the card on file.
Your credit card is not charged prior to your scheduled appointment, but we require the information for two reasons: (1) it helps assure that new clients intend to keep their scheduled appointment; (2) the payment process is streamlined following your appointment, since we can simply charge the card on file.
WHAT ABOUT MISSED APPOINTMENTS?
A 24-hour notice to cancel or reschedule an appointment is required. Missed appointments or late cancellations will be charged 1/2 the full session fee.
A 24-hour notice to cancel or reschedule an appointment is required. Missed appointments or late cancellations will be charged 1/2 the full session fee.
I NEED COUNSELING, BUT IT'S MORE THAN I CAN AFFORD. ARE THERE ANY OTHER OPTIONS?
Yes. We have a limited number of scholarships available and we can also recommend resources that provide free or discounted rates. For more information, see our Reduced Fees page.
Yes. We have a limited number of scholarships available and we can also recommend resources that provide free or discounted rates. For more information, see our Reduced Fees page.
DO YOU ACCEPT INSURANCE?
We counsel on a fee-for-service basis and do not accept third-party payments. We do, however, provide clients with insurance-ready receipts to be submitted to your insurance provider for out-of-network coverage. Check with your insurance provider to determine the specifics of your coverage/reimbursement.
We counsel on a fee-for-service basis and do not accept third-party payments. We do, however, provide clients with insurance-ready receipts to be submitted to your insurance provider for out-of-network coverage. Check with your insurance provider to determine the specifics of your coverage/reimbursement.
HOW MANY SESSIONS WILL I NEED?
Frequency of sessions (monthly, bi-weekly, weekly, etc.) will be decided by you and your counselor. The length of therapy varies with each client depending on his/her needs and therapeutic goals. In the end, though, YOU are in control of your appointments.
Frequency of sessions (monthly, bi-weekly, weekly, etc.) will be decided by you and your counselor. The length of therapy varies with each client depending on his/her needs and therapeutic goals. In the end, though, YOU are in control of your appointments.
HOW DO I USE THE CLIENT PORTAL?
Our online portal allows clients to access their information, documents, scheduling, and billing information. The service we use, Simple Practice, focuses on the particular needs of the counseling community. They have provided a Client Portal Guide (PDF doc) to help clients use their portal.
Our online portal allows clients to access their information, documents, scheduling, and billing information. The service we use, Simple Practice, focuses on the particular needs of the counseling community. They have provided a Client Portal Guide (PDF doc) to help clients use their portal.
ARE MY SESSIONS CONFIDENTIAL?
Absolutely. Our client portal and video technologies are HIPPA complaint, keeping your data secure. Information about you is never released to anyone without your written permission. Everything said in therapy is confidential and will not be disclosed except when reporting is required or permitted by the HIPAA Privacy Standard or Florida state law.
Exceptions to confidentiality include the following: suspected abuse of a child, developmentally disabled person, or a dependent adult; potential suicidal behavior; threatened harm to another, which may include knowledge that the client is HIV positive when there is an unwillingness to inform individuals with whom the client is intimately involved; and when required by compulsory process
Information may also be disclosed if you sign a written authorization or in the event that you file a complaint against your counselor. Payment by check, bank or credit card allows bank employees to view names of Current Counseling clients. If you have caller identification on your phone, the name of the agency may appear on the monitor.
In keeping with generally accepted standards of practice, supervision and consultation may be made regarding the management of your treatment with other mental health professionals who are bound by the same rules of confidentiality.
In some situations cell phones may be used by counselors to contact clients. Please note that e-mail is NOT a confidential means of communication.
Absolutely. Our client portal and video technologies are HIPPA complaint, keeping your data secure. Information about you is never released to anyone without your written permission. Everything said in therapy is confidential and will not be disclosed except when reporting is required or permitted by the HIPAA Privacy Standard or Florida state law.
Exceptions to confidentiality include the following: suspected abuse of a child, developmentally disabled person, or a dependent adult; potential suicidal behavior; threatened harm to another, which may include knowledge that the client is HIV positive when there is an unwillingness to inform individuals with whom the client is intimately involved; and when required by compulsory process
Information may also be disclosed if you sign a written authorization or in the event that you file a complaint against your counselor. Payment by check, bank or credit card allows bank employees to view names of Current Counseling clients. If you have caller identification on your phone, the name of the agency may appear on the monitor.
In keeping with generally accepted standards of practice, supervision and consultation may be made regarding the management of your treatment with other mental health professionals who are bound by the same rules of confidentiality.
In some situations cell phones may be used by counselors to contact clients. Please note that e-mail is NOT a confidential means of communication.
