Benefits of Online Counselling
Hi there and welcome to my blog! You may have landed on this site wondering why I offer services via telehealth (zoom and phone), and if it’s the same as normal face-to-face counselling. So, let me explain!
Online counselling is exactly the same as face-to-face counselling, it’s just done online! Online counselling also has a lot of pros. For example,
- It’s flexible and can fit in with your schedule. You don’t need to worry about taking additional travel time to come see me (helping you save both your bank account and the environment!). It also helps if you don’t have easy access to transport.
- It’s great for people who can’t leave the home due to caring issues, like you’re caring for a relative or child and respite is not available but you still need help.
- It is just as secure and confidential as a normal counselling session. All you need is a quiet place where you won’t be disturbed when we have our session and I use secure Zoom links for online counselling.
- It’s easily accessible if you live remote or rural and you don’t have services in your area. I can work with anyone in Australia.
- Comfort! Sometimes coming to see a counsellor can be nerve-wrecking because you might not do well in spaces you’re not familiar with. Online counselling doesn’t have that issue because you can engage with me in session wherever you feel
comfortable, whether that be in bed, in nature, or on your couch.
- No travel restrictions! Excellent during these weird COVID-19 times, and it’s also socially distanced if that’s a concern for you due to health issues.
So there you have it, a quick list of pro’s for online counselling sessions. One of the questions I do get asked a lot is “what if the internet cuts out?”. While it’s rare, it does happen. If the session ever ends, it’s absolutely not because I’ve hung up on you, and I will call you back as soon as possible. We may both need to log into the Zoom session again too. Tech troubles do happen, but they can be overcome.
If you have any questions or concerns, or want to know more, feel free to give me a call and discuss your concerns with me. I look forward to supporting you, whenever you feel it’s time.
Because I also offer an online bookings system, you don’t need to even worry about picking up the phone (unless you’d like too). You can book a session with me here.
