Distance communication between a therapist and client is not a new concept. Self-help groups began emerging on the internet as early as 1982.
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What to Know About Online Therapy
What is online therapy? Also known as teletherapy, it involves providing mental health services and support over the internet. This can occur through any form of internet communication as well as in real-time—such as video conversations and text messaging—or in a time-delayed format, such as through email.
The pros of a service like Talkspace is it's simple to sign up and a real person matches you to several therapists that you then choose. Learn about the best online therapy programs here.
Whether you are currently receiving in-person therapy and looking to transition or wanting to start therapy for the first time through an online platform, this form of treatment is ideally suited to stress-related issues.
If you've already been diagnosed with an anxiety disorder such as panic disorder or social anxiety disorder, chances are that an online therapist can help you manage your symptoms and give you strategies to cope.
Before the coronavirus pandemic, an estimated 17.3 million adults in the United States experienced at least one major depressive episode. But with the added stressors and unknowns due to COVID-19, those rates may climb.
It’s important to find a good therapist with whom you feel comfortable. So you want to work with someone who you will open up to—not to mention listen to.
