Video Recording for Counseling Training - Intelligent Video Solutions

Product Features

HD Video & High Quality Audio

Our software integrates with the latest IP camera technology. Observe in real-time or review recorded high definition video in 1080p resolution. Auto-gaining discrete microphones provide high quality perfectly synchronized audio, great for picking up soft voices.

Searchable Database

All of the videos are stored and managed by a built-in searchable database. Tag videos with data such as student/patient name or therapy type for easy lookup and review.

Talkback

Instructors can talkback into any room to provide live feedback using our browser based software client. On the other end the clinician typically wear a small earpiece.

Security & Compliance

With comprehensive user management rights, a detailed audit log and optional encryption our video solution offers some of the most advanced security features in the market. These built in features can help maintain your clinics’ compliance standards (HIPAA/HITECH).

Recording Solution for Counseling Training

Video capture software for counseling training is becoming an increasingly popular tool for clinical skills assessment. However, many existing video platforms are outdated and space-consuming analog systems. And, other available digital solutions can be expensive and difficult to use. The VALT system is an affordable, cutting-edge, user-friendly video system, widely used for treatment session recording in therapy clinics.

VALT (Video Audio Learning Tool) is a third-generation audio and video system, loaded with features and created specifically as a tool for use as a counseling video recording system and for therapy clinic video recording. The IVS team has over 15 years of experience creating video solutions for specialized applications, such as treatment session recording.

Therapy Training Observation Software by VALT

Our VALT software is an easy to use application for counselors and organizations, such as therapy clinics, which wish to record and view live counseling sessions for use as a session training aid or assessment tool.

VALT allows clinics to easily manage and protect video content so that it is only available to users that are given the rights and privileges to do so. HIPAA is a major concern with many of our customers and VALT provides the necessary user rights management, authentication, encryption and network architecture required to make video content fully secure when recording counseling and therapy sessions.

Speech Language Pathology

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Psychology Training

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Benefits of VALT Video Capture Software for Counseling Training

The VALT software gives you the ability to allow different groups of people to share the same infrastructure, yet the individual users, cameras, and content can be isolated. This arrangement permits organizations such as therapy clinics to use a single platform, which lowers costs and simplifies overall management of the system, while at the same time addressing the widely diverse needs of different individuals and departments.

Watching and recording live clinical therapy sessions is extremely easy. Users with proper permissions can access the software over the network using a common Internet browser, such as Chrome, Firefox, or Safari. Users can also watch live clinical sessions with nearly every device, including Mac, PC, tablets, or smartphones. Users and instructors can access up to nine rooms and cameras simultaneously.

Clinical Treatment Session Recording

Initiating recordings with VALT is very simple and straightforward. Session recordings may be initiated via a common Internet browser, a built-in automatic scheduler, or a physical button located in or outside of the counseling room. Each recording of therapy sessions is stamped with metadata that allows users to easily locate and track their video content. VALT video is recorded in the standard MP4 format utilizing h.264 compression, making session videos easy to share and store while simultaneously minimizing network traffic. Therapy clinic video recording sessions are immediately available on the network — there is no lag time.

Software for Clinical Skills Training, Assessment, and CAPREP Accreditation

VALT provides both on-site and mobile solutions for the recording of clinical sessions. Multiple cameras may be grouped in therapy rooms and synchronized together. In cases where an off-site application is required, such as for recording at a remote counseling clinic, our new IVS Beam application allows users to capture sessions using an iPad. Beam enables users to record counseling and therapy sessions remotely and automatically syncs the video with the Valt server when the user returns.

VALT has been specifically designed for use with high definition network cameras. Customers can choose from a broad range of high definition pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) and fixed cameras. The cameras are combined with high-quality microphones and audio equipment which provide a high-definition audio and video experience.

VALT is a third generation product, wholly built by incorporating the ideas and feedback from hundreds of counselors and educators. The application was designed to fit this specific use case and has helped dozens of counseling clinics achieve and maintain the necessary accreditation standards.

VALT Video Recording System Used by Counseling Clinics

Intelligent Video Solutions will provide a turnkey solution for counseling clinics, and will work with internal IT departments and third-party integration companies to provide the optimum solution for each customer. The IVS VALT solution for therapy clinic video recording and observation is being utilized in numerous counseling clinics including Marriage and Family Therapy, Mental Health, Addiction and Substance Abuse, Domestic Violence, Depression, Child Anxiety, and Child Abuse. Our customers include Texas Woman’s University, University of Georgia, Temple University, Our Lady of The Lake University, and Mount Mercy University, to name but a few.

How can IVS audio/video systems be customized to meet the specific needs of our counseling training program, such as different therapy modalities or session types?

Our audio/video systems are highly adaptable and can be tailored to accommodate the unique requirements of various counseling training programs. Whether you need to record individual, group, or family therapy sessions, our audio/video systems can be configured to capture the specific dynamics and interactions relevant to your training objectives. Our experienced team works closely with clients to ensure the system is optimized for their counseling modalities and session types.

What measures does IVS take to ensure the privacy and security of sensitive counseling session recordings, especially in light of HIPAA regulations?

Maintaining the confidentiality and security of counseling session recordings is our top priority. Our audio/video solutions incorporate advanced security features to safeguard sensitive video content, including granular user access controls, encryption, and audit logging. These measures help counseling training programs comply with HIPAA and other relevant privacy regulations, ensuring that session recordings are only accessible to authorized users.

How does the IVS audio/video system facilitate feedback and assessment of counseling trainees' performance during recorded sessions?

Our solutions offer several features that support effective feedback and assessment of counseling trainees' performance. Instructors can use the system's annotation tools to directly provide time-stamped comments and observations within the session recordings, enabling targeted feedback. Additionally, the VALT system's analytics capabilities allow instructors to track trainees' progress over time, identify areas for improvement, and monitor skill development.

What training and support does IVS provide to help our counseling program implement and utilize the VALT system effectively?

We offer comprehensive training and support to ensure a smooth implementation and successful adoption of the VALT software within your counseling training program. This includes initial onboarding and setup assistance, user training sessions, and ongoing technical support. The IVS team is committed to helping your program leverage the full potential of the VALT system to enhance counseling training outcomes.

Can the IVS audio/video solutions support remote or distance learning scenarios where counseling trainees or supervisors may need to access session recordings from different locations?

Our audio/video solutions are designed to support remote and distance learning scenarios. With its web-based interface and secure access controls, authorized users can access session recordings from anywhere with an internet connection. This flexibility enables counseling trainees and supervisors to review and discuss sessions even when they are not physically present in the exact location, facilitating remote collaboration and supervision.

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