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Counseling Mission Statement:
The goal of the counseling program at Deaf
Action Center is to provide progressive mental health and
related supportive services to people who are Deaf and Hard
of Hearing. These services will honor the similarities and
differences between Deaf culture and other cultures. These
services will also honor the similarities and differences
between Deaf people and people who are Hard of Hearing.
Philosophy:
Through education and treatment efforts,
the counseling program seeks to assist people who are Deaf
and Hard of Hearing to explore issues and experiences important
to them in a safe, confidential setting, using the communication
medium they prefer. Deaf Action Center wants to assure equal
access to mental health services to all Deaf individuals or
those with hearing loss.
Services:
Counseling is offered for depression, anxiety,
adjustment problems, grief, anger, communication issues, employment
issues, or simply for any educational needs the person may
have. Referral to an alternate service provider may be made
if needed or requested.
Treatment Process:
- Safe, confidential setting
- Client participation in treatment goals
- Educational
- Nonjudgmental
- Culturally Sensitive
Please call for an appointment. Sessions
can be arranged between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through
Friday at the Deaf Action Center.
Usually, during the first appointment:
you will be asked about whether you have
seen a counselor before, in what areas you're currently experiencing
difficulty, medical history, how you prefer to communicate,
your interests, and emergency contact information. You will
also be informed about:
- fees,
- counseling goals and techniques,
- confidentiality, and
- ethics.
Contact the Counseling Coordinator at (214)
521-0407 TTY or voice, send email to counselor@deafactioncentertexas.org.
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