Telecounseling is a form of counseling and support services that take place over the phone or internet, rather than in person. Telecounseling can help survivors and significant others to continue to receive services despite transportation or scheduling challenges, or in the event of inclement weather or other emergencies.
Contact your local rape crisis center by calling 1-888-772-7227 or visiting www.pcar.org/help-pa/locations for more information and to find out if telecounseling may be right for you or someone you care about.
Resources:
General Information:
- Telecounseling for Survivors
- Telecounseling with Children and Teenagers
- Telecounseling Checklist
- Video Conferencing & Digital Communication Platforms: Comparison Chart
Confidentiality and Consent:
- HIPPA e-Signature Requirements
- Confidentiality: VAWA, FVPSA, and VOCA
- Protecting Survivor Privacy When Working From Home: A Guide for OVW-Funded Victim Service Providers
Webinars:
- Tele-counseling 101: Providing services for survivors
- Telecounseling and Groups
- Telehealth and Person-Centered Care
- How to Engage Children & Teens Over Telecounseling
Sample Forms: