Teletherapy for Georgia
Denisa Millette
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CPCS, CCTP, DBT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30328
My calling is to serve children and adults who deal with a variety of emotional and behavioral imbalances due to psychological trauma or other stressors. As a trauma and DBT-certified therapist, I work with my clients toward the restoration of their emotional wellness by integrating aspects of trauma-focused cognitive behavioral (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapies (DBT), as well as ART therapy, play therapy, and mind-body practices. I also provide court-ordered reunification therapy, group therapy, and clinical diagnostic evaluations and assessments. Currently offering FREE clinical assessment for self-pay therapy clients.
My calling is to serve children and adults who deal with a variety of emotional and behavioral imbalances due to psychological trauma or other stressors. As a trauma and DBT-certified therapist, I work with my clients toward the restoration of their emotional wellness by integrating aspects of trauma-focused cognitive behavioral (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapies (DBT), as well as ART therapy, play therapy, and mind-body practices. I also provide court-ordered reunification therapy, group therapy, and clinical diagnostic evaluations and assessments. Currently offering FREE clinical assessment for self-pay therapy clients.
Tatiana Matthews
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CRC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Alpharetta, GA 30005
I am primarily cognitive-behavioral in my approach, I also utilize the highly researched Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) protocols in my practice.
My experience is extensive in the areas of mood, emotional regulation, trauma, ADHD/ASD/, executive functioning, addictions, co-dependency, and adolescent challenges. I address mind, body, family systems, vocation, academics, hobbies and spirituality simultaneously. A Christian perspective can be integrated upon request. I am client-centered and develop a series of interventions that are challenging without being shaming. I have 26 years of experience sharing hope, humor (I often laugh with my client's in session) and professionalism. References from physicians, schools or other professionals area available per request.
I am primarily cognitive-behavioral in my approach, I also utilize the highly researched Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) protocols in my practice.
My experience is extensive in the areas of mood, emotional regulation, trauma, ADHD/ASD/, executive functioning, addictions, co-dependency, and adolescent challenges. I address mind, body, family systems, vocation, academics, hobbies and spirituality simultaneously. A Christian perspective can be integrated upon request. I am client-centered and develop a series of interventions that are challenging without being shaming. I have 26 years of experience sharing hope, humor (I often laugh with my client's in session) and professionalism. References from physicians, schools or other professionals area available per request.
Seketa Bing Nelson, Inc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CPCS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Savannah, GA 31406
Waitlist for new clients
My specialties include grief and loss, Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Gender Identity issues, Crisis Intervention, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Women's issues, Substance abuse, HIV/AIDs, Personality Disorders, Family and Marital Counseling, Vision Board Facilitation, Multisystemic Therapy and Anger Management.
Having a difficult time processing feelings and emotions? Family and friends unable to help or finding it difficult to understand what you are experiencing? I have over 15 years of experience working with individuals and families through their emotional healing process. I am committed to helping others process their feelings and emotions associated with the unforeseen circumstances of life.
My specialties include grief and loss, Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Gender Identity issues, Crisis Intervention, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Women's issues, Substance abuse, HIV/AIDs, Personality Disorders, Family and Marital Counseling, Vision Board Facilitation, Multisystemic Therapy and Anger Management.
Having a difficult time processing feelings and emotions? Family and friends unable to help or finding it difficult to understand what you are experiencing? I have over 15 years of experience working with individuals and families through their emotional healing process. I am committed to helping others process their feelings and emotions associated with the unforeseen circumstances of life.
Kristena Martin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30309
My approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Gottman Method, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Family Systems.
I work with women and couples using a variety of approaches to address relational and personal concerns. My clients often seek couples or marriage counseling at a point where they believe their relationships are beyond repair. Communication has broken down, they lack trust, and intimacy no longer exists. Giving yourselves a chance to address this in therapy increases your chance of resolution. The goal of individual therapy to empower you to be your best self and find passion and joy in life. We’ll address everything you’re feeling, explore new options, and together develop a plan to help you reach your dreams and self-potential.
My approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Gottman Method, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Family Systems.
I work with women and couples using a variety of approaches to address relational and personal concerns. My clients often seek couples or marriage counseling at a point where they believe their relationships are beyond repair. Communication has broken down, they lack trust, and intimacy no longer exists. Giving yourselves a chance to address this in therapy increases your chance of resolution. The goal of individual therapy to empower you to be your best self and find passion and joy in life. We’ll address everything you’re feeling, explore new options, and together develop a plan to help you reach your dreams and self-potential.
Dr. Juanessa Booker At You Talk We Listen: The Listening Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palmetto, GA 30268 (Online Only)
I am passionate about people! This includes individuals, adults, children, couples, and families. My entire career has focused on educating adults, students, children, and/or families with the skills they need to succeed. My clients describe me as warm, friendly, knowledgeable, and engaging. My work with clients focuses on emotional and/or behavioral issues using primarily, a combination of CBT and DBT approaches. These issues may include family problems, adjustment, life transitions, relationships, communication, depression, self-esteem, anxiety, or trauma.
I am passionate about people! This includes individuals, adults, children, couples, and families. My entire career has focused on educating adults, students, children, and/or families with the skills they need to succeed. My clients describe me as warm, friendly, knowledgeable, and engaging. My work with clients focuses on emotional and/or behavioral issues using primarily, a combination of CBT and DBT approaches. These issues may include family problems, adjustment, life transitions, relationships, communication, depression, self-esteem, anxiety, or trauma.
Paige Dee
Counselor, LAPC, PMH-C, OCDCC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30360 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling with a sense of meaning? Does anxiety, OCD, a BFRB, Phobia, or other circumstances complicate things? I would be honored to support you if so. While alongside you, I will eclectically draw from various Cognitive Behavioral (ACT, DBT), Strengths-Based, Exposure, and Intersectional Feminist orientations. Supporting you as you work to adjust to life challenges through learning and applying effective changes, coping skills, and mindfulness is my top professional goal. And I feel empowering your individuality and helping you embrace radical acceptance is key to you traveling a path you find most meaningful and worthy.
Are you struggling with a sense of meaning? Does anxiety, OCD, a BFRB, Phobia, or other circumstances complicate things? I would be honored to support you if so. While alongside you, I will eclectically draw from various Cognitive Behavioral (ACT, DBT), Strengths-Based, Exposure, and Intersectional Feminist orientations. Supporting you as you work to adjust to life challenges through learning and applying effective changes, coping skills, and mindfulness is my top professional goal. And I feel empowering your individuality and helping you embrace radical acceptance is key to you traveling a path you find most meaningful and worthy.
Joy Standridge Mock
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
Waitlist for new clients
I utilize CBT, EMDR trauma strategies, some DBT and Reality Therapy in my sessions.
Are you discouraged because you’ve already tried different ways to resolve your depression, anxiety, relationship issues, mood swings, sleep issues or PTSD and you haven’t gotten the results that you need to live your best life? Are you walking through circumstances that have left you feeling alone or abandoned? Do you sometimes feel you're not good enough or can't get what you want in your personal life or career no matter what you try or how hard you work? Does self-doubt, critical thoughts or impulsivity keep you from succeeding in relationships or career opportunities? I'd love to use my skills and experience to help you
I utilize CBT, EMDR trauma strategies, some DBT and Reality Therapy in my sessions.
Are you discouraged because you’ve already tried different ways to resolve your depression, anxiety, relationship issues, mood swings, sleep issues or PTSD and you haven’t gotten the results that you need to live your best life? Are you walking through circumstances that have left you feeling alone or abandoned? Do you sometimes feel you're not good enough or can't get what you want in your personal life or career no matter what you try or how hard you work? Does self-doubt, critical thoughts or impulsivity keep you from succeeding in relationships or career opportunities? I'd love to use my skills and experience to help you
Open Door Talk, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Woodstock, GA 30188
We have acquired extensive training with evidence based treatments and work from a psychodynamic, mindfulness based, CBT, DBT, & A.
You're broken down and tired of living life on a merry go round? You can't find the fighter But we see it in You! We know Painful symptoms from depression, anxiety, and/or relationship problems can be very Heavy. You don't have to go through difficult times alone. Talking about what you are experiencing is the first step to feeling better. We listen carefully and openly to past and current struggles to help promote self-awareness, understanding, and to help bring you healing. We provide a non-judgmental space where you can just be You. Check out our website or give us a call for a free 15-minute consultation.
We have acquired extensive training with evidence based treatments and work from a psychodynamic, mindfulness based, CBT, DBT, & A.
You're broken down and tired of living life on a merry go round? You can't find the fighter But we see it in You! We know Painful symptoms from depression, anxiety, and/or relationship problems can be very Heavy. You don't have to go through difficult times alone. Talking about what you are experiencing is the first step to feeling better. We listen carefully and openly to past and current struggles to help promote self-awareness, understanding, and to help bring you healing. We provide a non-judgmental space where you can just be You. Check out our website or give us a call for a free 15-minute consultation.
Laura Meeks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Suwanee, GA 30024 (Online Only)
A little about our team - Dyrell is an LPC trained extensively in DBT, trauma, CBT and other therapies.
Hello! Mucho Gusto! I am the Director of Unite Counseling & Therapy. We have a team of diverse and very talented clinicians! We personalize therapy based on your unique needs and desires, and take pride in being a great listener, teaching effective skills for creating the changes you want, and really getting to the root of issues. We know what it’s like to be in counseling and work on the hard stuff – and more importantly how amazing progress feels. We currently offer virtual appointments during the daytime, evening, and weekend. We'd love to support your in your mental, emotional, and relational health journey.
A little about our team - Dyrell is an LPC trained extensively in DBT, trauma, CBT and other therapies.
Hello! Mucho Gusto! I am the Director of Unite Counseling & Therapy. We have a team of diverse and very talented clinicians! We personalize therapy based on your unique needs and desires, and take pride in being a great listener, teaching effective skills for creating the changes you want, and really getting to the root of issues. We know what it’s like to be in counseling and work on the hard stuff – and more importantly how amazing progress feels. We currently offer virtual appointments during the daytime, evening, and weekend. We'd love to support your in your mental, emotional, and relational health journey.
Kristi B Godwin
Marriage & Family Therapist, DPA, LMFT, CCTP, EMDR-T
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Valdosta, GA 31602
I am trained in play therapy, EMDR, IFS, Solution Focused Therapy, and DBT, and do use these modalities primarily.
My highest priority is to create a safe place for you to grow, explore, and heal. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, which means I will look at your situation systemically, working alongside you to see the whole picture of why the issues you want to address exist. This will best help us know how to address and resolve them. I have been working as a counselor since 2002 and love nothing more than helping people reach their full potential.
I am trained in play therapy, EMDR, IFS, Solution Focused Therapy, and DBT, and do use these modalities primarily.
My highest priority is to create a safe place for you to grow, explore, and heal. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, which means I will look at your situation systemically, working alongside you to see the whole picture of why the issues you want to address exist. This will best help us know how to address and resolve them. I have been working as a counselor since 2002 and love nothing more than helping people reach their full potential.
Denitra L. Gaines
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30331 (Online Only)
I utilize Trauma focused CBT, and DBT among other techniques which have been proven to help reduce distress, improve interpersonal relationships, and allow individuals manage their moods and thoughts more effectively.
Greetings, I'm Denitra Gaines LPC, NCC. I feel very fortunate to support individuals as they work through life's challenges. I am a fully licensed professional counselor. I provide a safe judgment free zone to explore and process your thoughts and feelings you may not share with anyone else. I encourage gentle confrontation, validation, and support to increase ones self-efficacy and self awareness. I also partner with couples and families to provide therapy and teach effective interpersonal skills training to help improve your relationships.
I utilize Trauma focused CBT, and DBT among other techniques which have been proven to help reduce distress, improve interpersonal relationships, and allow individuals manage their moods and thoughts more effectively.
Greetings, I'm Denitra Gaines LPC, NCC. I feel very fortunate to support individuals as they work through life's challenges. I am a fully licensed professional counselor. I provide a safe judgment free zone to explore and process your thoughts and feelings you may not share with anyone else. I encourage gentle confrontation, validation, and support to increase ones self-efficacy and self awareness. I also partner with couples and families to provide therapy and teach effective interpersonal skills training to help improve your relationships.
Christine Cantilena Barnes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS/NCC, LPC, EMDR, CPCS, GA/ MD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Roswell, GA 30076
For your healing journey, I focus on Expressive Art, DBT, and EMDR.
Counseling is a healthy commitment and shows bravery. It is crucial to find the right fit for yourself, one who can best relate to your issues. Working for Peachford, Ridgeview, and Emory Hospitals, has allowed me to focus on trauma, persons on the spectrum, resistent anxiety-depression, ADHD, grief. My goal is to serve as an advocate for those desiring healing, proper medical care and learning to use their voice. Specializing in teens, college students, and adults who suffer from intrusive thoughts, self-harming behaviors, suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, divorce, parental alienation, and narcissist abuse.
For your healing journey, I focus on Expressive Art, DBT, and EMDR.
Counseling is a healthy commitment and shows bravery. It is crucial to find the right fit for yourself, one who can best relate to your issues. Working for Peachford, Ridgeview, and Emory Hospitals, has allowed me to focus on trauma, persons on the spectrum, resistent anxiety-depression, ADHD, grief. My goal is to serve as an advocate for those desiring healing, proper medical care and learning to use their voice. Specializing in teens, college students, and adults who suffer from intrusive thoughts, self-harming behaviors, suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, divorce, parental alienation, and narcissist abuse.
LaWanda E Owens
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stockbridge, GA 30281 (Online Only)
I am trained in CBT, DBT, EMDR, Person Centered, and Solution Focused.
Are you faced with challenges and stressors that impact your ability to maintain a healthy and fulfilling life? I work with clients who may be struggling with depression, grief, work related issues, anxiety, and trauma related to their family or relationships. During our first few sessions we will acknowledge the main issues and create a plan to address them in a way that helps you live your best life. Most of my clients see a reduction in symptoms within the first month and use learned skills that will help them sustain improvement thereafter.
I am trained in CBT, DBT, EMDR, Person Centered, and Solution Focused.
Are you faced with challenges and stressors that impact your ability to maintain a healthy and fulfilling life? I work with clients who may be struggling with depression, grief, work related issues, anxiety, and trauma related to their family or relationships. During our first few sessions we will acknowledge the main issues and create a plan to address them in a way that helps you live your best life. Most of my clients see a reduction in symptoms within the first month and use learned skills that will help them sustain improvement thereafter.
Erika Cuttray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairburn, GA 30213 (Online Only)
The main form of treatment modalities I like to utilize is cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy, I also utilize mindfulness, solution-focused and client-centered tactics.
I have been working in the mental health field since 2014 shadowing and preparing to become a therapist. I started my work as a therapist intern at a psychiatric facility, graduated, and went on to become a child therapist. During that time I worked with families and their children, dealing with all types of issues from divorce to childhood traumas. I have experience in working with children, adolescents, and adults in crisis coming from acute and psychiatric settings. As a past I worked as a therapist on teenage girl units, and the autism unit as well as younger children and older boys.
The main form of treatment modalities I like to utilize is cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy, I also utilize mindfulness, solution-focused and client-centered tactics.
I have been working in the mental health field since 2014 shadowing and preparing to become a therapist. I started my work as a therapist intern at a psychiatric facility, graduated, and went on to become a child therapist. During that time I worked with families and their children, dealing with all types of issues from divorce to childhood traumas. I have experience in working with children, adolescents, and adults in crisis coming from acute and psychiatric settings. As a past I worked as a therapist on teenage girl units, and the autism unit as well as younger children and older boys.
April Bailye Counseling (ABC)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30064 (Online Only)
For the courageous individual seeking individual therapy - I have extensive training in CBT, DBT, EFT, and REBT.
Accepting new clients! If you're looking for a therapist that is going to listen to understand while also helping you figure out causes and solutions to your struggles, then you have found the right therapist. If you're married or in a relationship that once was good and now is filled with hurt, fighting, misunderstanding, or loneliness, I know how to help. There is hope for your relationship, and I will give you the tools you need to build and maintain a happy and healthy relationship. If you are a person that is looking for individual therapy for yourself, I have experience and tools to help you in your journey, as well.
For the courageous individual seeking individual therapy - I have extensive training in CBT, DBT, EFT, and REBT.
Accepting new clients! If you're looking for a therapist that is going to listen to understand while also helping you figure out causes and solutions to your struggles, then you have found the right therapist. If you're married or in a relationship that once was good and now is filled with hurt, fighting, misunderstanding, or loneliness, I know how to help. There is hope for your relationship, and I will give you the tools you need to build and maintain a happy and healthy relationship. If you are a person that is looking for individual therapy for yourself, I have experience and tools to help you in your journey, as well.
Chanel Toson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Conyers, GA 30013
Waitlist for new clients
Counseling is a process that takes you along a unique journey. It's important for you to have the tools you need to work through your process and travel along your unique journey day to day. Through Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, the clients that I serve receive tangible skills and useful directives they are able to utilize in their everyday living. You too will leave feeling empowered and equipped to address your challenges because you will be heard, validated, and supported in session. With that, you will be able to make healthy changes that will impact all spheres of your life, which is my ultimate goal!
Counseling is a process that takes you along a unique journey. It's important for you to have the tools you need to work through your process and travel along your unique journey day to day. Through Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, the clients that I serve receive tangible skills and useful directives they are able to utilize in their everyday living. You too will leave feeling empowered and equipped to address your challenges because you will be heard, validated, and supported in session. With that, you will be able to make healthy changes that will impact all spheres of your life, which is my ultimate goal!
Sally Ann Geckeler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Johns Creek, GA 30097
I use a combination of CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) skills that identify unhealthy thinking patterns and DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) skills that improve ways to self-regulate emotions.
Life transitions are filled with many conflicting emotions. When emotions become overwhelming and it is difficult to make a decision than it is often time to find support. I am passionate about helping client's find direction during these confusing times by guiding them as they develop their own goals and strengths. I am a faith-based counselor working with adults and adolescents in the areas of trauma, suicidal ideation and self-harm, mood disorders, including depression, anxiety and bipolar as well as relationship challenges including recovery from emotionally abusive relationships and spiritual questioning.
I use a combination of CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) skills that identify unhealthy thinking patterns and DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) skills that improve ways to self-regulate emotions.
Life transitions are filled with many conflicting emotions. When emotions become overwhelming and it is difficult to make a decision than it is often time to find support. I am passionate about helping client's find direction during these confusing times by guiding them as they develop their own goals and strengths. I am a faith-based counselor working with adults and adolescents in the areas of trauma, suicidal ideation and self-harm, mood disorders, including depression, anxiety and bipolar as well as relationship challenges including recovery from emotionally abusive relationships and spiritual questioning.
Emily Moore
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tucker, GA 30084 (Online Only)
I specialize in somatic EMDR for trauma (recent incidents and childhood experiences), anxiety, panic / OCD, and integrate DBT and IFS-informed best practices to give you a holistic understanding of yourself and the tools your need to safely heal and begin living the life you want.
Hello and welcome! If you are looking for a safe space to work through trauma, anxiety, relationship struggles, anything keeping you stuck from living the life you want, you're in the right place. Maybe there is a disconnect from what you know you should be doing, and what you are actually doing, or you are wanting to break from old patterns that are no longer serving you and your relationships. Maybe you're just ready to finally heal from your past. We'll work together to identify and enhance your innate strengths, while finding tools and resources to help you in areas you are needing support.
I specialize in somatic EMDR for trauma (recent incidents and childhood experiences), anxiety, panic / OCD, and integrate DBT and IFS-informed best practices to give you a holistic understanding of yourself and the tools your need to safely heal and begin living the life you want.
Hello and welcome! If you are looking for a safe space to work through trauma, anxiety, relationship struggles, anything keeping you stuck from living the life you want, you're in the right place. Maybe there is a disconnect from what you know you should be doing, and what you are actually doing, or you are wanting to break from old patterns that are no longer serving you and your relationships. Maybe you're just ready to finally heal from your past. We'll work together to identify and enhance your innate strengths, while finding tools and resources to help you in areas you are needing support.
Kelly Baez
Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, GA 31906 (Online Only)
I am trained in CBT, DBT, EMDR, and Somatic Experiencing.
Have the effects of trauma, anxiety, or chronic pain left you feeling like you're at a breaking point? If so, let's talk. While I specialize in trauma recovery, I also have a deep understanding and expertise in working with individuals who face unique challenges such as chronic pain, aphasia, and post-stroke depression. Navigating these experiences can feel overwhelming, but with the right support, it's possible to find relief.
I am trained in CBT, DBT, EMDR, and Somatic Experiencing.
Have the effects of trauma, anxiety, or chronic pain left you feeling like you're at a breaking point? If so, let's talk. While I specialize in trauma recovery, I also have a deep understanding and expertise in working with individuals who face unique challenges such as chronic pain, aphasia, and post-stroke depression. Navigating these experiences can feel overwhelming, but with the right support, it's possible to find relief.
Jessica Goodnight
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30315
I have extensive experience in evidence-based approaches, such as CBT, DBT, and ACT, which have been shown to be effective for these problems.
You're looking for treatment that will really help - more than what a friend could offer, more than just support and a listening ear. You're suffering with symptoms like intense anxiety, life-limiting fears, unwanted thoughts or memories, or sleepless nights, and you want something that offers healing, relief, and growth. Maybe you've tried this before, and it didn't work. Maybe you're at the end of your rope. You want - or really, truly need - a therapist who listens carefully, understands the problem, and helps you enact change to relieve your suffering, as soon as possible.
I have extensive experience in evidence-based approaches, such as CBT, DBT, and ACT, which have been shown to be effective for these problems.
You're looking for treatment that will really help - more than what a friend could offer, more than just support and a listening ear. You're suffering with symptoms like intense anxiety, life-limiting fears, unwanted thoughts or memories, or sleepless nights, and you want something that offers healing, relief, and growth. Maybe you've tried this before, and it didn't work. Maybe you're at the end of your rope. You want - or really, truly need - a therapist who listens carefully, understands the problem, and helps you enact change to relieve your suffering, as soon as possible.
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Online Therapists
Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.