Why Teletherapy?

Benefits of Online Therapy

Teletherapy, also known as online therapy, is emerging as the new frontier in the world of mental health. Its benefits include:

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• Privacy - helps clients avoid the "stigma" of being seen in a waiting room or parking lot

• Convenience - eliminates travel time and cost

• Flexibility - of how, when and where to meet (eg: for those who are homebound; traveling; or if at a long distance from work or home)

• Comfort - people may be more relaxed and comfortable in the privacy of their own home

• Easy, on-line bookings, payments and transmission of forms

• Effective - research shows teletherapy is comparable to onsite therapy

• Safe and secure - HIPPA-compliant software and video-conferencing