Counseling Appointments Frequently Asked Questions
What are the fees for counseling?
TBCM does not charge for counseling. This is a ministry done out of love for Christ and for people.
Does insurance cover a counseling session?
TBCM does not charge for counseling. This is a ministry done out of love for Christ and for people.
What are your hours of operation?
TBCM has one part time counselor. Phone hours are from 8AM to 5PM. Counseling hours vary and are dependent upon when the counselor and the counselee can set a time to meet, but no later than 7PM.
How do I make an appointment?
You may call 850.408.3398 and leave a message or visit our Request for Counseling Page and one of our counselors will get back with you to set up an appointment.
I do not live in the Tallahassee area. Can you recommend a counselor in my area?
You may call 850.408.3398 and leave a message and someone will get back with you to help you find the closest biblical counselor in your area. Or, you can go to the website for The Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (ACBC) at www.biblicalcounseling.com to find a counselor in your area.
What if I have a dispute with my counselor or with TBCM?
If you have a dispute with your counselor or with TBCM, the procedure for addressing your concerns is:
What if I miss an appointment?
We ask that appointments be canceled 48 hours in advance except in the case of emergencies. This will allow time slots for others who wish to come in for counseling. If a counselee consistently cancels or is a no-show, a $25 deposit may be required before further counseling is done; and if the counselee misses an appointment again, the counselee forfeits the $25 and will have to make another $25 deposit before counseling resumes.
How long are appointments? The initial visit may be 1 1/2 to 2 hours long. Each follow-up appointment may be 1 hour long.
TBCM does not charge for counseling. This is a ministry done out of love for Christ and for people.
Does insurance cover a counseling session?
TBCM does not charge for counseling. This is a ministry done out of love for Christ and for people.
What are your hours of operation?
TBCM has one part time counselor. Phone hours are from 8AM to 5PM. Counseling hours vary and are dependent upon when the counselor and the counselee can set a time to meet, but no later than 7PM.
How do I make an appointment?
You may call 850.408.3398 and leave a message or visit our Request for Counseling Page and one of our counselors will get back with you to set up an appointment.
I do not live in the Tallahassee area. Can you recommend a counselor in my area?
You may call 850.408.3398 and leave a message and someone will get back with you to help you find the closest biblical counselor in your area. Or, you can go to the website for The Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (ACBC) at www.biblicalcounseling.com to find a counselor in your area.
What if I have a dispute with my counselor or with TBCM?
If you have a dispute with your counselor or with TBCM, the procedure for addressing your concerns is:
- Contact the executive director in writing, explaining your concerns,
- Try to settle the dispute through mediation,
- Use the principles and guidelines for Peacemakers (or contact a local Peacemaker Conciliator)
What if I miss an appointment?
We ask that appointments be canceled 48 hours in advance except in the case of emergencies. This will allow time slots for others who wish to come in for counseling. If a counselee consistently cancels or is a no-show, a $25 deposit may be required before further counseling is done; and if the counselee misses an appointment again, the counselee forfeits the $25 and will have to make another $25 deposit before counseling resumes.
How long are appointments? The initial visit may be 1 1/2 to 2 hours long. Each follow-up appointment may be 1 hour long.