DO'S AND DON'TS

Making your VBC experience the best it can be requires some guidelines. Below are some "Do's & Don'ts" to keep in mind:

DO:

Have a private, safe location for counseling. Pick a place where your confidentiality can be assured
Limit distractions. Turn off your home/cell phone, have a neighbor watch your kids, put a "do not disturb" note on your front door...whatever it takes to keep your counseling session uninterrupted
Be comfortable! Sit in your favorite chair and wear your most relaxing, appropriate clothes
Use the restroom and get something to drink, if needed, prior to the start of your video session
Be on time for each session! Also, be sure to contact your video counselor 24 hours in advance if you need to cancel a session

DON'T:

Be afraid to ask questions! The only way you will learn and grow through this process is to ask when you don't know an answer or if something is confusing
Don't think of VBC as "less than" traditional counseling. Like traditional counseling, VBC takes full commitment from the client. You as a client have certain rights and responsibilities
Don't assume that because VBC is free that you won't receive the quality and professional counseling you deserve. VBC is free so that EVERYONE can receive counseling that truly needs it without price being a factor in the decision to seek help.

Links to other important information:

Choosing the right Counselor When to seek counseling