Psychoanalytic Counselling in Bishopsgate, London

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Dr Paul Garden
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bishopsgate, London EC2M
I am a registered Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) Practitioner Psychologist, and am on the British Psychological Society Register of Applied Psychology Practice Supervisors (RAPPS). I have been in Private Practice in Central London for nine years. Before spending ten years in full-time study and training in London universities and NHS Trusts to qualify as a psychologist, I spent a decade travelling, mainly around Asia, studying Eastern psychology and philosophy. Thus, I have a rich lens of psychological perspectives through which I understand and work with the mind. Psychoanalytic thinking underpins my approach to therapy.
I am a registered Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) Practitioner Psychologist, and am on the British Psychological Society Register of Applied Psychology Practice Supervisors (RAPPS). I have been in Private Practice in Central London for nine years. Before spending ten years in full-time study and training in London universities and NHS Trusts to qualify as a psychologist, I spent a decade travelling, mainly around Asia, studying Eastern psychology and philosophy. Thus, I have a rich lens of psychological perspectives through which I understand and work with the mind. Psychoanalytic thinking underpins my approach to therapy.
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Photo of Sharon Bergin, Psychotherapist in Bishopsgate, London, England
Sharon Bergin
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Bishopsgate, London EC2M
My specialist areas are relational difficulties and trauma. From these areas, we experience symptoms such as anxiety, depression, relationship breakdown, and at times other harmful and/or repetitive behaviours. My focus will be on helping you understand the function they have served for you, where they come from, and how to bring about change I have experience of working with individuals who present with diagnoses such as ADHD, autism, with one or more of the many different personality disorder, and with individuals who experience psychotic states of mind. That said, anyone can engage in therapy at any time, and, for any reason.
My specialist areas are relational difficulties and trauma. From these areas, we experience symptoms such as anxiety, depression, relationship breakdown, and at times other harmful and/or repetitive behaviours. My focus will be on helping you understand the function they have served for you, where they come from, and how to bring about change I have experience of working with individuals who present with diagnoses such as ADHD, autism, with one or more of the many different personality disorder, and with individuals who experience psychotic states of mind. That said, anyone can engage in therapy at any time, and, for any reason.
020 3835 3297 View 020 3835 3297
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Dr. Jason Chan
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bishopsgate, London EC2M
A Principal Clinical Psychologist with 16 years of experience of working in and leading NHS Psychology Services, and an expert in CBT, Psychodynamic psychotherapy, Emotion-focused therapy, EMDR, Acceptance-commitment Therapy and Mindfulness approaches. I offer incisive, experiential, and highly effective treatments designed to help you overcome your distress and effect lasting changes. Seeking help is a major life step. I commit to providing a safe, professional and personalized treatment experience to sensitively support and empower you, deepen your self-understanding and create positive changes for a life that you can truly value.
A Principal Clinical Psychologist with 16 years of experience of working in and leading NHS Psychology Services, and an expert in CBT, Psychodynamic psychotherapy, Emotion-focused therapy, EMDR, Acceptance-commitment Therapy and Mindfulness approaches. I offer incisive, experiential, and highly effective treatments designed to help you overcome your distress and effect lasting changes. Seeking help is a major life step. I commit to providing a safe, professional and personalized treatment experience to sensitively support and empower you, deepen your self-understanding and create positive changes for a life that you can truly value.
020 3962 0919 View 020 3962 0919
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Working Through
Counsellor, MA, COSRT General
Verified Verified
Bishopsgate, London EC2M
I work with people who might be struggling with sexual or relationship difficulties such as erectile dysfunction, rapid or delayed ejaculation, anxiety around sex, relationships and intimacy issues, sexual abuse or assault, sexual health issues, compulsive sexual behaviours, vulval pain conditions, vaginismus, dyspareunia (pain during intercourse), sexual orientation questions or insecurities, pornography issues, orgasmic or anorgasmic problems, sexual phobias or aversions, fears around lack of sexual experience, loss of desire, affairs, marital break ups, open relationships, kinks, bdsm, polyamory, addictions, codependency, trauma.
I work with people who might be struggling with sexual or relationship difficulties such as erectile dysfunction, rapid or delayed ejaculation, anxiety around sex, relationships and intimacy issues, sexual abuse or assault, sexual health issues, compulsive sexual behaviours, vulval pain conditions, vaginismus, dyspareunia (pain during intercourse), sexual orientation questions or insecurities, pornography issues, orgasmic or anorgasmic problems, sexual phobias or aversions, fears around lack of sexual experience, loss of desire, affairs, marital break ups, open relationships, kinks, bdsm, polyamory, addictions, codependency, trauma.
020 8103 5619 View 020 8103 5619
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Psikolog Londra Terapi Platformu
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Bishopsgate, London EC2M
You can call us +44 7761 931518 for appointments or reach us through our website www.psikologlondra.com. Turkish-English speaking psychologists and psychiatrist in the UK on the same platform! Our 30+ psychologists and therapists are skilled and experienced in their fields. Let us find the "Right Psychologist" for you!
You can call us +44 7761 931518 for appointments or reach us through our website www.psikologlondra.com. Turkish-English speaking psychologists and psychiatrist in the UK on the same platform! Our 30+ psychologists and therapists are skilled and experienced in their fields. Let us find the "Right Psychologist" for you!
020 3870 3437 View 020 3870 3437
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Lina Kaoud
Psychotherapist, BPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bishopsgate, London EC2M
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist and counsellor, with over fifteen years of experience working within the NHS, voluntary and private sectors. I trained at the Tavistock Centre and I am a member of Tavistock Society of Psychotherapists as well as a member of British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists. I am accredited by the British Psychoanalytical Council. My experience includes working at the Counselling and Psychotherapy Department at Kings College Hospital, the Adults Complex Needs Service at the Tavistock and Portman NHS, The Centre for Better Health Counselling Service and Islington Bereavement Service.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist and counsellor, with over fifteen years of experience working within the NHS, voluntary and private sectors. I trained at the Tavistock Centre and I am a member of Tavistock Society of Psychotherapists as well as a member of British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists. I am accredited by the British Psychoanalytical Council. My experience includes working at the Counselling and Psychotherapy Department at Kings College Hospital, the Adults Complex Needs Service at the Tavistock and Portman NHS, The Centre for Better Health Counselling Service and Islington Bereavement Service.
020 3856 3631 View 020 3856 3631
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Francis Atkinson
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Bishopsgate, London EC2M  (Online Only)
I have been working as a Counsellor and Psychotherapist for over 26 years. I believe that the most important aspect in any therapeutic process is the relationship between the client and the therapist. Through the use of our relationship, I would aim to help you work through the issues you are bringing, regardless of how difficult they might appear to be. Using the trust between us, I would aim to help you come to an understanding for yourself of internal and interpersonal difficulties that have been around with a view to being more accepting of yourself in relation to yourself and others around you.
I have been working as a Counsellor and Psychotherapist for over 26 years. I believe that the most important aspect in any therapeutic process is the relationship between the client and the therapist. Through the use of our relationship, I would aim to help you work through the issues you are bringing, regardless of how difficult they might appear to be. Using the trust between us, I would aim to help you come to an understanding for yourself of internal and interpersonal difficulties that have been around with a view to being more accepting of yourself in relation to yourself and others around you.
023 8214 9345 View 023 8214 9345
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Pauline Orchard
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bishopsgate, London EC2M
Dual-qualified Relationship Psychotherapist and Relational Executive Coach to couples, individuals, senior leaders and co-founders, whose closest personal or alternatively purely business relationship is in crisis or has reached a tipping point.  I work with an international client base who are managing the pressures of highly successful and demanding professional corporate or high level entrepreneurial careers with home, who want to understand and explore whether their relationship can meet their personal or professional needs again. I also support those who have decided to separate/exit and want to do this as well as possible.
Dual-qualified Relationship Psychotherapist and Relational Executive Coach to couples, individuals, senior leaders and co-founders, whose closest personal or alternatively purely business relationship is in crisis or has reached a tipping point.  I work with an international client base who are managing the pressures of highly successful and demanding professional corporate or high level entrepreneurial careers with home, who want to understand and explore whether their relationship can meet their personal or professional needs again. I also support those who have decided to separate/exit and want to do this as well as possible.
01748 900648 View 01748 900648
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Ian West (Accred) Counsellor and Supervisor
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bishopsgate, London EC2M
I am an Accredited MBACP Registered Humanistic Integrative Counsellor & Counselling Supervisor with over 10 years of experience in working with individuals, and groups of all ages, sexual orientations and cultural backgrounds. I am based both at London Liverpool Street EC2 and Colchester CO1. Dependent on your presenting issues/needs I will draw on cognitive, psychodynamic, attachment, and relational theories and concepts, to provide either short-term-focused counselling/therapy or longer-term in-depth psychotherapy.
I am an Accredited MBACP Registered Humanistic Integrative Counsellor & Counselling Supervisor with over 10 years of experience in working with individuals, and groups of all ages, sexual orientations and cultural backgrounds. I am based both at London Liverpool Street EC2 and Colchester CO1. Dependent on your presenting issues/needs I will draw on cognitive, psychodynamic, attachment, and relational theories and concepts, to provide either short-term-focused counselling/therapy or longer-term in-depth psychotherapy.
01206 482901 View 01206 482901
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The London Practice
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bishopsgate, London EC2M
We believe that everyone is unique and therefore is dealt with in a way that best caters to his or her individual needs. We work with you by exploring your world to see how you engage with your life and the people around you. Along the journey, we will explore your past, look at your present and see how you perceive the future. We will help you become more aware of your values, beliefs and limitations and help you connect and improve your relationship with yourself. This process may be challenging, yet extremely rewarding as we access the changes you want to make towards living the life that you want to live.
We believe that everyone is unique and therefore is dealt with in a way that best caters to his or her individual needs. We work with you by exploring your world to see how you engage with your life and the people around you. Along the journey, we will explore your past, look at your present and see how you perceive the future. We will help you become more aware of your values, beliefs and limitations and help you connect and improve your relationship with yourself. This process may be challenging, yet extremely rewarding as we access the changes you want to make towards living the life that you want to live.
020 3962 0673 View 020 3962 0673
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One -&- One
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bishopsgate, London EC2M
‘We all need someone to talk to some of the time’ and across the multi-dimensional layers of personality and global connectedness, to be human means we will be faced with situations and events during our lifetime that we believe a hundred percent, we will have little or no chance of sorting out or finding solutions to. The truism is there are always solutions, some more easily achievable and likeable, others less so. Nonetheless these too are solutions and place ALL at the doorway of all possibility. The wisdom then is to stand in the doorway to commence the healing transformations of finding answers and pathways towards resolution.
‘We all need someone to talk to some of the time’ and across the multi-dimensional layers of personality and global connectedness, to be human means we will be faced with situations and events during our lifetime that we believe a hundred percent, we will have little or no chance of sorting out or finding solutions to. The truism is there are always solutions, some more easily achievable and likeable, others less so. Nonetheless these too are solutions and place ALL at the doorway of all possibility. The wisdom then is to stand in the doorway to commence the healing transformations of finding answers and pathways towards resolution.
020 3984 9227 View 020 3984 9227
Photo of Sandra Thompson, Psychotherapist in Bishopsgate, London, England
Sandra Thompson
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bishopsgate, London EC2M
I work in an empathic relational way and I provide a safe space where both of us (therapist and client) work together to explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviours. The quality of the therapeutic relationship is an important part of the work together and I’ve found that gradually overtime you develop trust and security as we make sense of your current challenges. We make links to your past experiences with the aim to make the unconscious more conscious. This can lead to more self-awareness, provide relief from emotional suffering, ultimately promoting change.
I work in an empathic relational way and I provide a safe space where both of us (therapist and client) work together to explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviours. The quality of the therapeutic relationship is an important part of the work together and I’ve found that gradually overtime you develop trust and security as we make sense of your current challenges. We make links to your past experiences with the aim to make the unconscious more conscious. This can lead to more self-awareness, provide relief from emotional suffering, ultimately promoting change.
020 4538 4682 View 020 4538 4682
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Catarina Vasconcelos Art Psychotherapist
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Bishopsgate, London EC2M
Are you going through a difficult period in your life and/or feel that you would like to develop a better understanding of yourself in order to overcome personal challenges? I offer you a confidential space of trust, empathy & respect, where you can bring issues that concern you, unlock unhelpful patterns, find relief & be empowered. Difficult periods may include life-changing circumstances, change of jobs, separation, family issues, going through loss or coping with illness. Sometimes feelings of anger, sadness, fear, demotivation may appear without reason. The exploration of these in therapy may help & enable positive change.
Are you going through a difficult period in your life and/or feel that you would like to develop a better understanding of yourself in order to overcome personal challenges? I offer you a confidential space of trust, empathy & respect, where you can bring issues that concern you, unlock unhelpful patterns, find relief & be empowered. Difficult periods may include life-changing circumstances, change of jobs, separation, family issues, going through loss or coping with illness. Sometimes feelings of anger, sadness, fear, demotivation may appear without reason. The exploration of these in therapy may help & enable positive change.
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Photo of Kitty Norman, Counsellor in Bishopsgate, London, England
Kitty Norman
Counsellor, MSc, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bishopsgate, London EC3A
Being human can be a lot. It's easy to get caught in ways of coping that limit us & cause us pain. I support my clients in exploring their experiences & patterns, as well as their strengths & deeper identity, so they can find more clarity, ease, authenticity & fulfilment. Whether you are facing specific struggles or feel a pull towards greater self-understanding & development, my dynamic toolbox helps me create a safe, relational & supportive space where you can express yourself freely, make discoveries & move towards your healing & growth.
Being human can be a lot. It's easy to get caught in ways of coping that limit us & cause us pain. I support my clients in exploring their experiences & patterns, as well as their strengths & deeper identity, so they can find more clarity, ease, authenticity & fulfilment. Whether you are facing specific struggles or feel a pull towards greater self-understanding & development, my dynamic toolbox helps me create a safe, relational & supportive space where you can express yourself freely, make discoveries & move towards your healing & growth.
020 3823 6644 View 020 3823 6644
Photo of Dr Roberta Babb, Psychologist in Bishopsgate, London, England
Dr Roberta Babb
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bishopsgate, London EC2N  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I am aware that the decision to enter therapy can be an emotional one, and I offer an initial consultation where you can begin to explore your issues with me and see if you would like to work with me. I facilitate a safe, confidential, non-judgemental and thoughtful space where you can explore a range of problematic issues, your sense of self, values, relationships, and patterns of behaviour to name a few. My work is influenced by psychodynamic psychotherapy, cultural psychology and others.
I am aware that the decision to enter therapy can be an emotional one, and I offer an initial consultation where you can begin to explore your issues with me and see if you would like to work with me. I facilitate a safe, confidential, non-judgemental and thoughtful space where you can explore a range of problematic issues, your sense of self, values, relationships, and patterns of behaviour to name a few. My work is influenced by psychodynamic psychotherapy, cultural psychology and others.
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Online Therapists

Photo of Valerija But, Psychotherapist in Bishopsgate, London, England
Valerija But
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
London SE26
Approaches I draw from in my work include, Psychoanalytic, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Transactional Analysis, Existential Psychotherapy.
I am fully qualified Psychotherapist and Counsellor working with individuals and couples. I have extensive experience working in health/community settings and private practice. I offer a respectful, confidential space to explore what is troubling you, help you make sense of your experiences and move on from difficult past events, change unhelpful patterns and live a fulfilling life, whatever that means for you. I bring warmth, sensitivity, humour and a genuine interest in people’s stories.
Approaches I draw from in my work include, Psychoanalytic, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Transactional Analysis, Existential Psychotherapy.
I am fully qualified Psychotherapist and Counsellor working with individuals and couples. I have extensive experience working in health/community settings and private practice. I offer a respectful, confidential space to explore what is troubling you, help you make sense of your experiences and move on from difficult past events, change unhelpful patterns and live a fulfilling life, whatever that means for you. I bring warmth, sensitivity, humour and a genuine interest in people’s stories.
07429 324225 View 07429 324225
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Magdalena Rybarczyk
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
My clinical interests include Psychoanalytic and Attachment approaches, EMDR, DBT and Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy.
I hope that the information you can find here will help you to initiate positive changes in your life. I offer therapy for clients struggling with their emotions, experiencing a crisis, relationship difficulties or career and work related concerns. I am experienced in providing effective therapy for depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, self esteem problems, body image concerns, as well as medically unexplained symptoms, sexual and intimacy problems and other psychological challenges. My way of working is emphatic, flexible and receptive to your individual needs.
My clinical interests include Psychoanalytic and Attachment approaches, EMDR, DBT and Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy.
I hope that the information you can find here will help you to initiate positive changes in your life. I offer therapy for clients struggling with their emotions, experiencing a crisis, relationship difficulties or career and work related concerns. I am experienced in providing effective therapy for depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, self esteem problems, body image concerns, as well as medically unexplained symptoms, sexual and intimacy problems and other psychological challenges. My way of working is emphatic, flexible and receptive to your individual needs.
020 3763 5265 View 020 3763 5265
Photo of Geeta Gajwani, Psychotherapist in Bishopsgate, London, England
Geeta Gajwani
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
London W1W  (Online Only)
As a registrant of the British Psychoanalytic Council and the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, I have acquired a wide range of experience in the NHS, private and third sector.
​Sometimes life can hurl difficulties our way and leaving us feeling conflicted, confused and depleted and at other times our thoughts and feelings may seem out of balance to the event that triggered them or do not seem to begin from anything specific at all. I work with you in a confidential space, where you can speak freely about what is troubling you, providing you with support and security, such that you no longer have to struggle on by yourself. My areas of expertise lie in treating anxiety, depression, traumata, loss and fertility concerns.
As a registrant of the British Psychoanalytic Council and the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, I have acquired a wide range of experience in the NHS, private and third sector.
​Sometimes life can hurl difficulties our way and leaving us feeling conflicted, confused and depleted and at other times our thoughts and feelings may seem out of balance to the event that triggered them or do not seem to begin from anything specific at all. I work with you in a confidential space, where you can speak freely about what is troubling you, providing you with support and security, such that you no longer have to struggle on by yourself. My areas of expertise lie in treating anxiety, depression, traumata, loss and fertility concerns.
020 3962 0933 View 020 3962 0933
Photo of Denise Alves Froede, Psychotherapist in Bishopsgate, London, England
Denise Alves Froede
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London SE24
I am happy to answer any question you may have to help you decide if psychoanalytic psychotherapy is the right approach for you.
I am a psychologist and registered psychotherapist. I work with a psychoanalytical approach also known as talking therapy. People come to Therapy for various reasons such as: anxiety, stress, ADHD, depression, sadness, procrastinations, panic attacks or other issues. Perhaps you are struggling understanding why you feel the way you do. You may wish to explore how you got where you are now in order to find your own solutions.
I am happy to answer any question you may have to help you decide if psychoanalytic psychotherapy is the right approach for you.
I am a psychologist and registered psychotherapist. I work with a psychoanalytical approach also known as talking therapy. People come to Therapy for various reasons such as: anxiety, stress, ADHD, depression, sadness, procrastinations, panic attacks or other issues. Perhaps you are struggling understanding why you feel the way you do. You may wish to explore how you got where you are now in order to find your own solutions.
020 8106 8826 View 020 8106 8826
Photo of Simon Good, Psychotherapist in Bishopsgate, London, England
Simon Good
Psychotherapist, BPC
Verified Verified
With over 25 years of experience in clinical work and 20 years of expertise in supervising and teaching psychotherapy and counselling, I have a strong track record of success. For the past 10 years, I have served as the head of Training at a British Psychoanalytic Council accredited program, where I developed the curriculum and helped expand the course into a self-sustaining charity. Alongside my role as a supervisor at top training institutions in London, I also maintain a private practice. Additionally, I am a recognized training analyst for Doctoral students at both Exeter and Essex universities.
With over 25 years of experience in clinical work and 20 years of expertise in supervising and teaching psychotherapy and counselling, I have a strong track record of success. For the past 10 years, I have served as the head of Training at a British Psychoanalytic Council accredited program, where I developed the curriculum and helped expand the course into a self-sustaining charity. Alongside my role as a supervisor at top training institutions in London, I also maintain a private practice. Additionally, I am a recognized training analyst for Doctoral students at both Exeter and Essex universities.
07480 534347 View 07480 534347

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Psychoanalytic Counsellors

Does psychoanalytic therapy work?

Psychoanalytic therapy derives from the work of Sigmund Freud. In this type of therapy, discovering buried thoughts and emotions from the unconscious will help a person work through their difficulties and negative behaviours. Research shows that psychoanalytic therapy can be highly effective, with patients reporting improvement in mood, quality of life, and overall well-being.

How long are people typically in psychoanalytic therapy?

Traditional psychoanalysis is in-depth and is conducted in five sessions every week. Today, modern psychoanalytic therapy is less intense and normally incorporates as few as one or two sessions a week. In some cases, positive change can occur quickly. However, if the condition, difficulty, or behaviour is deep-seated, improvement may require many months or years of therapy.

Is psychoanalytic therapy suitable for young people?

Children and adolescents can benefit from this type of therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts and emotions. Psychoanalytic therapy uses specific techniques such as dream analysis, symbolism, and free association or word association; all of which can be useful tools for less-communicative young people. Through this therapy, a patient will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.

Can psychoanalytic therapy be done online?

Modern-day psychoanalytic therapy is very different from traditional psychoanalysis. While an individual can sit face-to-face with the psychoanalyst for multiple sessions a week, they do not have to. Today, psychoanalytic therapy can be effectively conducted online or by phone. The key is that the individual confronts what is repressed and avoided, and this can be done whether in person or over online video.