Benefits of online therapy
Therapeutic benefits attributed to online therapy You may feel you can self-disclose more rapidly than with face 2 face therapy You will have greater opportunities for reflection from your own and the therapists perspective It will enable you to be more succinct in your expression of feelings and concerns If you are normally uncomfortable with talking about your concerns/ feelings, writing them down will be easier for you. Writing becomes an easier tool to uncover deep emotions and truths that many find difficult to express, when face 2 face with someone. Generally you may feel less inhibited and ready to move toward solutions at a quicker pace than with traditional therapy. Online therapy allows the individual to be able to reflect on their feelings and thoughts without the intrusion of any non-verbal signals from the therapist and vise versa. It allows the client a greater variety of ways to express themselves, they are able to choice whether to disclose or not different aspects of their identity, emotions and issues. Convience for the client The use of real time and text based chat enables therapy to be in the here and now. Clients who find it difficult to schedule for weekly face 2 face sessions will be accommodated. There are no time zone barriers or restrictions for the client. There is 24 hour availability for convenience to allow for personal commitments and convenience. Online therapy may accommodate clients problems/ illnesses as there is no need for travel. Clients with disabilities may find online therapy more accessible, i.e. hearing impaired clients. Online therapy allows you to fit the therapy around your life rather then fitting your life around it. You are in control.