Online counselling is a modern form of therapy that takes place over the internet, offering individuals the opportunity to receive professional mental health support without needing to attend in-person sessions. This method of counselling can be conducted through various digital platforms, including secure video conferencing, phone calls, live chats, and even email or messaging services. Clients connect with licensed therapists or counsellors who provide the same level of care, empathy, and guidance as they would in a traditional setting.
One of the primary advantages of online counselling is its convenience and flexibility. It eliminates geographical barriers, making therapy accessible to people who live in remote areas, have mobility challenges, busy schedules, or limited transportation options. It also appeals to those who feel more comfortable discussing personal issues from the privacy of their own home. Additionally, online counselling can reduce wait times and often allows for more flexible appointment scheduling, including evenings and weekends.
Online counselling is now a well-established and effective alternative to traditional face-to-face therapy, offering a safe, confidential, and easily accessible means for individuals to receive the help and support they need.
What are the benefits of Online Counselling?
Counselling can be so beneficial to improving mental health and the exciting thing about technological advancement is that now you can even access online counselling online. Online counselling has some great benefits over traditional face-to-face in-person counselling.
Here are some reasons clients choose online counselling for their mental health needs:
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Privacy. Because you can access your counsellor from anywhere, you can enjoy quality treatment from the privacy of your own home. Our platform is secure so all your confidential records are safe. With no office to visit in person, complete discretion is assured.
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Comfort. Because you’re in control of your environment, you can set it up to make your session as comfortable as possible. Temperature, seating, lighting, you set the stage for your therapeutic support to take place in a way that feels good for you. Being comfortable in your session and having a personalized experience can help you focus better on the work you need to do.
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Speed of service. Clients are matched with a counsellor in 24-48 hours, making it easy to get the help you need when you need it. When you need to talk, waiting around can make an already stressful situation even more stressful.
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Convenient. Being able to see your therapist online is super convenient. It eliminates travel time, can be more easily fit in between other meetings and commitments and it’s handy to have a support person at just the click of a button.
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Personal connection. When you receive your counselling online, you still enjoy a personal connection with your therapist. Your therapist can still see your face, pick up on your visual cues and nothing is lost like it could be over the phone.
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Effectiveness. A study by E-Mental Health in Canada showed Internet-based delivery of mental health services can be as effective as traditional face-to-face treatment by clinical professionals.
How much does this service cost?
Our cost of this service is $120 per session. Sessions are 50 minutes in length. Payment is required in advance. Please ask your extended health provider if this service is covered under your plan. Please contact us for more information.
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