Barnabus is presently in the process of signing counselors in the United States, Canada and Australia. According to Dr. Robitaille, over fifty counselors are presently in the process of credentialing and building personal web sites. One hundred are expected to join by year end, and another 200 in 2000. Two methods of counseling will be available to clients. The Journal Method is for individuals who are more reflective or who have difficulty scheduling appointments.
Journals are password protected and archived on the site and are viewed in a secure environment.
Individual counselors will be posting opportunities to join specific groups on the network message board. Plans are already in place to add audio and video conferencing options as soon as it becomes feasible.