Remote Connections

“In any given moment, we have two options: to step forward into growth or to step back into safety.” – Abraham Maslow

ACCESSING ONLINE PSYCHOTHERAPY

Online therapy, sometimes referred to as e-therapy or web therapy, can offer access to therapeutic services to people in remote areas, working abroad, or for those with physical limitations who cannot access counselling or therapy in person. Individuals who are unable to leave their home for various reasons, such as physical or mental illness may find online therapy a useful alternative to traditional psychotherapy settings.

It may be that you are someone who is extremely shy or feeling ashamed in some way, sometimes starting online can be a good way to break the ice and take that first step in seeking help or support with issues and concerns. Whatever your circumstances, online therapy can give you access to treatment that you might not have otherwise.

HOW IT WORKS

It’s important to ensure that when you contact me to arrange an initial consultation we have a brief conversation ahead of any appointment being agreed, that way we both get to speak to one another, break the ice and feel comfortable that we would be a good fit at this stage. It also allows me to confirm that if I have the availability you may want for any on-going weekly therapy.

Once we’ve had a call and agreed the date and time for your initial online consultation you’ll be emailed details on how and when to pay your fees. I’ll also provide details on how to access our online sessions platform. You can find out more about the cost of online therapy on my “Fees” page.

As with face-to-face therapy, I offer on-going therapy sessions once or twice weekly, at the same time and on the same day.

FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE INITIAL CONSULTATION

IS IT RIGHT FOR YOU

Getting started in the world of online counselling can be a confusing and anxiety inducing process, not all of us have caught up with the digital age. Key questions about how to begin, confidentiality, how to navigate technology, and whether this type of therapy is as effective as face-to-face sessions are commonplace queries shared by many.

E-therapy can be useful for a variety of situations, but is not suitable for everyone. For those individuals who may want explore and learn about themselves, or for those needing help with life concerns or mental health issues, this type of therapy can be extremely useful. For people who may be struggling with more serious psychiatric illnesses that require close and direct treatment, online therapy would not work or be recommended as an effective mode of treatment.

FAQs – ONLINE THERAPY
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Is the online app used secure and confidential?
Psychotherapy works in part because therapists ensure that clients have a safe, private space to share deeply personal and sometimes difficult stories, thoughts or emotions. What happens and what is said over the course of therapy is confidential, with the exception of a few situations. The applications used to conduct online therapy sessions are Skype or Zoom. These platforms adhere to the Data Protection Act 1988 and the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) 2018. Click on these links to read their GDPR compliance policies: Skype and Zoom
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Can I text and email my therapist as part of my online counselling session?
It’s important to build a rapport and good working relationship with your therapist.  Making contact when the need arises to arrange or cancel sessions, query invoices, or deal with any administration around your therapy are all part of managing the therapeutic relationship. However, it’s important to create safe and consistent boundaries around therapy sessions, as such, your therapy would be conducted via online methods and not via texting or emailing.
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How do I know if my therapist is licensed or has the right credentials?
Since the online world knows no geographical boundaries, finding the right therapist to work with therapeutically is potentially much easier. Most counselling offered online is by psychotherapists who already practice in the real world. Like me, they have seen the need to offer similar services online and so have developed this additional modality. The right credentials? In the UK there are professional bodies that ensure that psychotherapy standards are met by appropriately qualified members. They provide rigorous frameworks and governance across the counselling and psychotherapy communities. You can see my professional registrations on my “About Me” page.

APPOINTMENT HOURS

Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Online therapy sessions are available