What are the advantages of Telephone or On-Line Therapy with a personal,
one-on-one therapist?

The first advantage is the convenience of not having to leave your home or office. There is no need to allow for travel time or cost, search out parking places or depend on public transportation. You lose less of your precious time by allowing only the time for your session, instead of “waiting room” time. Your sessions are available to you anywhere in the world, so if travel or job obligations take you away from your home, you can still receive uninterrupted, consistent care with the same person who already knows you and your needs. Additionally, for individuals responsible for the supervision of children, or who may be adult caregivers, finding time for their own mental health needs can be challenging. Without having to physically leave your environment, you can schedule your sessions during nap time or “down time”, knowing that you are in control of your treasured personal time.

Additionally, there is complete anonymity. Many people feel uncomfortable that they might be seen in a therapist’s office. Other people may choose to not use their health insurance benefits to prevent a record of a psychiatric diagnosis to their health background. Since I adhere to the highest ethical principles of privacy, whether your sessions are online or on the phone, you have my complete and undivided attention in the same way you would in my office, face to face. I do not allow anyone else to be in the same room with me or to “listen in” or view the computer screen. I make no recordings and all computer files are securely encrypted.

What kinds of issues are appropriate for telephonic
or on-line therapy sessions?

People with anxiety-related disorders like Panic Attacks, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Phobia, and worrying. Sleep disorders, some personality disorders, parent-child problems, chronic medical problems contributing to emotional problems, Personal Support, and mood disorders are among some other issues which are suitable for sessions. Other symptoms can be discussed to determine if online or telephonic sessions would be suitably therapeutic for you. Individuals who are severely depressed, actively psychotic, suicidal or homicidal should seek immediate medical care by calling 911 or by going to the nearest hospital, and not consider online or telephonic counseling.

Call me at 603-538-6001 for a free 5 minute introduction and consultation with no obligation to see if telephone therapy is right for you.