What
is online counselling?
Online counselling is an alternative to traditional
counselling sessions. During online counselling therapy, professional
counselling services are offered through the Internet. Counselling provided by
Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Online Counsellors and trained professionals can
make a huge impact on the mental health and quality of life of individuals,
families and communities.
Counselling helps people navigate difficult life
situations, such as loss in academic careers, loss of a job, death of a loved
one, divorce, natural disasters etc. Online counselling is especially relevant
nowadays, as we are all constrained to our homes due to a pandemic. Anxiety,
depression, and stress are on the rise and the conventional avenue of seeking
recourse is risky, online counselling is a way to avail of counselling services
from the comfort of your own home.
The services are usually offered through email, video
conferencing, and real-time chat. Online counselling in India has become a
popular support system for the younger demographic and some of the key services
include suicide call back service, lifeline, and kid’s helplines.
The online counsellor will conduct sessions through
emails, text messages, online chats, internet-enabled calls, and video
conferencing. The therapy sessions can occur in real-time or in a delayed
format like videos.
Even though online counselling is still pretty new, it’s
becoming an essential resource for many parents.
The services are usually offered through email, video
conferencing, and real-time chat. Online counselling in India has become a
popular support system for the younger demographic and some of the key services
include suicide call back service, lifeline, and kid’s helplines.
The online counsellor will conduct sessions through
emails, text messages, online chats, internet-enabled calls, and video
conferencing. The therapy sessions can occur in real-time or in a delayed
format like email messages.
There are many reasons for a person to choose online
therapy, the main ones being convenience and accessibility that the delivery
method provides.
It allows people to take up therapy as per their
convenience without hampering their daily schedules.
How
to Find a Therapist Online
It’s a fairly understood and accepted fact that a patient
is choosing an online therapist because this is where it’s more comfortable for
them to undergo the therapy. However, to find a therapist online can be a bit
of a challenge. Well, here’s a guide of the do’s and don’ts while searching for
a therapist online.
You can start by asking for a reference from your general
physician for Online Therapist. Doctors, Physicians, Psychologists and
Psychiatrists have much better acquaintances with each other and being your
family doctor, they know all your medical history, your personality and the
kind of help you’re looking for. They are the best person to assist you to find
a therapist online.
You can also search on the internet for ‘Online Therapists
near me’ or ‘Talk to a therapist online’ to find some of the top online
counsellors in your city.
How
Does Online Counselling Work?
Online counselling is one of the most suitable ways to
seek help especially if you have concerns about speaking to your therapist in
person.
Online counselling is an amazing way in which people who
need counselling can reach out at their convenience. This makes it easier for
people with packed schedules to get help when they need it.
People can greatly succeed from the issues such as
sadness, worrying, stress, depression, phobias, marital problems, self-esteem
problems and many more issues. Also, the therapy can be extremely beneficial
for individuals and the families.
As individuals, we all undergo difficulties in our life
from time to time. But most of us fail to seek support due to several social
factors like fear, status, and other reasons. Online counselling offers a way
to seek help discreetly and conveniently.
Who
Needs Online Counselling?
The need for online counselling services is crucial now,
more than ever. Being amid a pandemic can take a toll on an individual’s mental
health and not having access to physically meet a therapist can be frustrating.
Online counselling is great for people who are facing
mental health distress and have no physical access to safe community
spaces.
Types
of Online Therapies Offered at Cadabam’s
·
Individual Therapy – It is a
one-on-one basis talk session with an online therapist.
·
Couples therapy – In this type of
online counselling, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) helps two
people involved in a romantic relationship gain insight on their relationship
and resolve their conflicts.
·
Play Therapy – It is
used primarily for children.
Family Therapy – This type
of online counselling helps family members improve communication and resolve
conflicts.
How
Can Online Counselling Help You?
Availability
Online counselling services are easily accessible to
anyone who wishes to use it. Online therapy helps overcome barriers that might
otherwise stop you from seeking professional help.
For instance, patients who reside in a rural area where
there are not many therapists can benefit from online mental health counselling
in the cities.
Online counselling is also a preferred mode for kids and
teenagers because they usually feel comfortable using the internet rather than
speaking about their problems directly to a person.
Convenience
Receiving therapy from online psychologists is quite
convenient. The online counselling therapist and a patient can correspond with
each other, and settle on timing that is convenient for them.
Online therapy is great because it gets rid of the hassles
of scheduling and setting appointments that come with traditional settings.
This will also create an opportunity for a therapist to extend their services
to a larger client base, they can extend their reach geographically, and the
sessions can be settled within 24 hours.
Affordable
Online depression counselling and other forms of online
counselling is preferable to many patients because it’s economical for the
client and therapist.
This is a benefit to therapists who can’t afford a space
of their own. Online sessions will help them reduce overhead capital costs,
commuting, administration procedures, and property.
Erases social stigma
When you seek out online therapy in India, there are many
cases where social pressures and stigma weigh into your decision.
Taking your therapy appointments help you keep them
discreet and away from the prying eyes of society. This easing of social stigma
helps many people who would otherwise avoid therapy seek it freely.
Online
Counselling Services
·
Individualized,
evidence-based treatment plans
·
Family and personal
interventions
·
Coaching and skill
development
·
Safety and coping skill
development
·
Psycho-education
·
Stress management
·
Adjustment issues
·
Personal counselling
·
Marital counselling
·
Family counselling
·
Child & adolescent
counselling
·
Parenting counselling
Other Services Includes:
·
Home Counselling
·
EAP (Employee Assisted
Program)
·
School Mental Health
Programs
·
12-hour psychological
emergency helpline
·
Rehabilitation centers
You can ask to
talk to a therapist/counsellor online for more information.
Reach out to us at (WhatsApp + Call) +92 333-6271196.