ONLINE Sessions

A recent study that compared the effectiveness of online therapy to face to face therapy have found that the online sessions had just as significant an emotional impact on clients. They also found that the therapeutic relationship was just as strong in both settings.
Some users of online therapy have said that they feel more at ease in their own homes and therefore feel more comfortable disclosing personal issues than they would face to face in a therapy centre.

The choice between online and In-person sessions is one of personal preference. If you are accessible to my office in Clonakilty then you are most welcome to attend in person. I have found that online sessions are as effective as in-person and conveniently suit busy lifestyles where the time required to travel to my office can be eliminated. There may certain presenting issues where I will recommend in-person sessions as the more suitable course of therapy.

It could be more practically and financially feasible for you – you don’t have to travel long distances to see a therapist and it can fit around you and your time – this may especially suit people living in remote areas or with busy life/work schedules.

It may feel less scary to ‘meet’ someone online rather than face to face and it can sometimes feel easier to talk about difficult issues this way due to the sense of anonymity it can provide.
Online counselling can work well as a steppingstone for someone trying to transition to face to face counselling – such as those with social anxiety.
For some people having online therapy can be more effective as it may be more comforting and relaxing to be in their own home for the sessions.
Taking the lengthy commute clients may have to take to a therapist’s office out of the equation means that you only have to commit the exact time booked for a session out of their daily schedule. This is much more convenient for clients as none of their time is being wasted on travel.
For clients that may feel the stigma around going to therapy is preventing them from visiting a therapy centre in person, online counselling is a great option. It reduces any anxiety they may feel about being spotted going in or out of a therapy centre in their area.
Online therapy is a great option for anyone whose movements may be limited due to a physical impairment.
For anyone with health issues and concerned about contracting covid-19 online sessions can reduce anxiety.

All you need for online therapy sessions is adequate internet connectivity to support video conferencing and a private space where you will be free from interruptions.