Working online is not necessarily better or worse, it's just a different way to access therapy that may better suit your circumstances. It gives us more flexibility, cuts down travelling time and perhaps you would feel more comfortable being in a place you know. If you are considering on-line counselling however, there are a few things to consider. We can discuss these before we start therapy, but I have listed below a few of the considerations to keep in mind.
Are you happy using the technology?
Do you have sufficient internet bandwidth for a video call?
Is your device secure and for your use use only?
Do you have a safe, confidential space where you won't be disturbed?
Would you feel safer (or perhaps less safe) being at home for the sessions?
Would you feel comfortable that the session was not less personal on-line?
Are you OK closing your computer and going straight back to daily life?
If we agree to work on-line (either exclusively or in part) I will ask you to look at and agree a modified working agreement to include this aspect of our work. You can find sample working agreements here.
If you would like to talk about how therapy would work best for you, you can call me on 07359 870951 or email me at ian@isrcounselling.co.uk
