Teletherapy, also known as online therapy, is a form of therapy via telephone or two-way video conferencing. It’s a great way for those of us who have busy schedules, for example people who have demanding work schedules, college students, working moms, those who travel for work, etc., to still get the mental health therapy they need and deserve. Teletherapy and online therapy is also a great option for those who may feel more comfortable talking over the phone versus to someone face to face.

Telehealth allows a client and therapist to have a therapy session via audio and video over the internet. You can meet with your therapist from your desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone/mobile device (iOS or Android), it’s completely up to you! Telehealth allows you to connect anywhere with secure and convenient appointments that save you time and hassle.

You may be wondering what the experience of online therapy is like and if it is as helpful as traditional in-person therapy. Many research studies have shown that online therapy can be just as effective as traditional face-to-face, in the office therapy. Below are a few articles that discuss the benefits of teletherapy more in-depth.