Virtual Counseling
Virtual Christian Counseling
The barrier to Christian counseling is not conviction — it is access. Virtual Christian counseling removes the commute, the waitlist, and the geographic constraint. Your counselor is ready.
Our approach
How Edifi delivers virtual care
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HIPAA-secure sessions
All sessions run on encrypted video that meets federal HIPAA security requirements. Your sessions are private — not stored, not shared, and not accessible to third parties.
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Flexible scheduling
Edifi counselors are available for morning, evening, and weekend appointments across time zones. Counseling that fits your life rather than requiring your life to fit around it.
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Works on any device
Laptop, tablet, or phone — sessions require only a browser and a private space. No app installation or account setup beyond your Edifi login.
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As effective as in-person
Research consistently finds no significant difference in outcomes between online and in-person counseling for anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties. Counselor quality matters far more than delivery format.
The process
What to expect
Match with a counselor
Browse counselor profiles filtered by specialty and faith tradition. Request a session directly — no referral required.
Meet for an intake
Your first session helps your counselor understand your goals, your history, and how faith shapes your life and your struggle.
Work together over time
Regular video sessions, with secure messaging between appointments when you need it. Adjust the pace to what works for you.
Why Edifi
What sets our counselors apart
- ✓Certified counselors — AACC, ACBC, and other credentials
- ✓Many also hold state clinical licenses (LMFT, LCSW, LPC)
- ✓Evidence-based methods: CBT, EMDR, EFT, and more
- ✓HIPAA-secure video sessions on any device
- ✓Flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends
- ✓Switch counselors at any time, no questions asked
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
- Is virtual counseling as effective as in-person therapy?
- Yes. Multiple meta-analyses have found no significant difference in outcomes between online and in-person counseling for most conditions. Therapeutic relationship and counselor quality matter far more than whether sessions happen through a screen or in a room.
- What do I need for a virtual session?
- A device with a camera and microphone, a stable internet connection, and a private space where you can speak freely. Most clients find a quiet room at home works well. Some use a parked car, a private office, or other spaces that give them genuine privacy.
- Is virtual Christian counseling covered by insurance?
- Some Edifi counselors accept insurance. Telehealth coverage has expanded significantly. Check individual counselor profiles for your specific plan. HSA and FSA funds may be applicable depending on your counselor's credentials.
- Is virtual counseling private?
- Yes. Edifi uses HIPAA-compliant video that encrypts all session content. Your employer, church, and family will not know you are in counseling unless you tell them. Billing statements use generic mental health billing codes by default.
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