4 Benefits Of Online Therapy

Telehealth has been around for a while. It first existed via sessions conducted over the phone. Then, as technology advanced, it started taking place via the computer and then eventually smartphones. It would be amiss to say that it is something that is brand new. However, what is new is the rise in its popularity.

In 2020, many, if not all therapy practices, were forced to shut their doors to in-person sessions. When this happened, online therapy not only rose in popularity but became a necessity as well. Nobody is thankful for a pandemic that changed almost every aspect of our lives. But one good thing that came out of it was definitely the access to therapy that it provided. While that access was always there, it wasn't fully realized as an option by many people.

Three years later, online therapy is continuing to rise in a popular option for many people to seek out the help they deserve for their mental health. If you aren't sure if online therapy is right for you, let's go over just a few of the benefits it can provide.

4 Benefits Of Online Therapy

It's Flexible

Online therapy is fantastic because you are no longer tied to having to commute to a therapist's office. If you have a busy schedule, it can sometimes be nearly impossible to schedule a time to drive to and from as well as participate in the therapy session. It affords many people much more flexibility to have a session.

In addition to not having to drive to the session, it can be done from anywhere. If you are on break from work, for instance, you can head to your car or a private location to call in or hop on a video conference with your therapist.

It Can Be More Comfortable For A Client

Some people just aren't comfortable with the idea of being in the same room as someone else and talking. And there's absolutely nothing wrong with that. What's great about online therapy is that it gives someone the chance to feel comfortable about talking to someone while being in the spot of their choosing. And, other people might not be able to physically leave their homes at times.

Online therapy gives many people the chance to be more vulnerable and open in the ways that work best for them.

Greater Chance Of Being Matched Quickly With A Therapist

The last few years showed many people the importance of receiving help for their mental health. While that is phenomenal to see as a therapist, it also created a slight issue for local therapy practices. We fill up pretty quickly for our in-person therapy spots.

With online therapy, however, you are no longer restricted to local therapists. As long as they are licensed to practice in your state, you can see them for counseling. If you are in Los Angeles but you find a therapist who works in San Francisco, then you can definitely do that!

It also provides you with a greater chance of you finding a therapist who resonates with you.

More Ways To Communicate

Another major plus of online therapy is that it can give you more opportunities to talk to your therapist.

It provides a great tie to a therapist in between your sessions. Many of us are happy to answer a question via email if you are having a bad day with anxiety, for example, and need some tips on how to manage your symptoms.

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Those aren’t the only benefits of online therapy but they are definitely some of the best ones. If you are interested in working with me in online therapy, I would love to hear from you soon.