What is it?

Internet counseling is technology –assisted distance counseling which utilizes the assistance of a computer to deliver a synchronous interaction process. This process represents communication that has little or no gap time between client and counselor response, which allows the experience to be similar to a face-to-face counseling session. Internet counseling utilizes a web-camera to provide individual video-based counseling  during which time the client and the therapist are able to see and hear each other.

 

Who is internet counseling appropriate for?

• Clients who reside in a rural or remote area and have limited access to traditional therapy practices

• Clients who would be required to travel long distances

• Clients or caregivers who are unable to request an extended amount of time off from work or school

• Clients who desire or require a therapist who specializes in children and adolescent therapy

• Client who feels safer meeting remotely due to the pandemic
   

Who is internet counseling not appropriate for?

• Clients who are uncomfortable or unfamiliar with using a computer

• Clients who has been diagnosed with a major mental illness

• Clients who desire or are required to express themselves through a medium such as play or art.

 

What areas does it help?

• Social and peer relationships

• Anxiety

• Depression

• Adjusting/Transitioning to life events

• Aggression

• Identity uncertainties

• Self-esteem

• Defiance

• Parenting support and guidance

 

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