Convenient. No time or cost for commuting to an office.
Connect Anywhere. Your therapy can be at home, during business travelling, or even when away.
Comfort. Some may find speaking with a therapist online easier in managing social interactions.
Self-Care. Create a better way of supporting you own growth and less reliance on a therapist.
Privacy? The internet is like any other public place, nothing is 100% private. However, industry-standard encryption and securing technologies are used in online connections.
Techno-savvy? Yes, a stable high-speed internet connection, setup audio/video, and latest browser software are needed. It's become common part of our culture.
Costs? The costs of therapy are almost the same whether in-person or online. Sliding scale remains available by request.
"Show Up" for Online Therapy
Place. Setup your own simulated therapy space.
Attire. Bring "you" to therapy - dress as you would if you were going to a regular office.
Materials. Provide yourself with paper and pens for notes, have water or tea on hand, a box of tissues, and use headphones.
Distractions. Aim to minimize foreseeable interruptions: pets, children, deliveries, alarms, notifications and so on.
Be in View. Put yourself in view of the video display - neither too far from the camera nor too up close.
Adjust Relating. Accept the initial awkwardness with online work, but we'll both get used to it quickly.