Teletherapy
Teletherapy for All of Connecticut
We are now able to work with clients who are right next door and those who are all the way across the state from one West Hartford location, using teletherapy. This online service allows us to host virtual sessions and offer teletherapy for our clients from Farmington and all of Connecticut. Learn more about this innovative approach to counseling below or reach out to us to discuss your counseling options.
What is Teletherapy?
In most cases, teletherapy is referring to an actual counseling session that takes place using a video chat software. Just like an in-office therapy session, you’ll sit down face to face with your counselor to address this week’s challenges, celebrate your successes, and take steps toward leading your most fulfilling life. Instead of driving into the practice, you’ll just sit down in front of a computer, tablet, or smartphone with a microphone and camera to chat from the comfort of home.
Why Should I Choose Teletherapy?
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Convenience
Choose a quiet, private place in your own home or office. Then, sit down and chat. No need to commute to my practice location or worry about explaining the session to your boss. Telehealth sessions are starting now from wherever you are.
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Comfort
Many individuals struggle to feel at ease in the office even though I do my best to provide a relaxed and welcoming environment. Teletherapy sessions give you “homefield” advantage, so you can get comfortable and speak your mind.
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Choices
If you’re lucky enough to live in West Hartford or another metropolitan area, you probably have plenty of therapy options, but if you’ve chosen to live in a smaller community, this is not likely the case. Telehealth platforms allow you to access a wider selection of therapy professionals across the state, so you can find a clinician who is a good fit for your needs.
Teletherapy FAQs
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Before your first online session, I will provide all the information you need about accessing my secure teletherapy platform. To enter the telehealth session, you’ll need access to the internet and a device (phone, tablet, computer) with a camera, microphone, and speakers. Once we’re both in the virtual therapy session, we’ll simply talk and work together just like we would in the office.
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In addition to regular one-on-one therapy sessions, our team offers online DBT group sessions. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an approach to therapy that combines elements of cognitive behavior therapy and mindfulness. In most cases, DBT is used during both individual and group therapy sessions. During an individual session, you may discuss and develop understanding of a DBT skill. In group sessions, you can work with peers to apply these new ways of experiencing your own thoughts and emotions and interacting with others.
Just like online sessions for individuals, a DBT group therapy session is accessed using my HIPAA compliant telehealth platform. During these sessions, the group will interact with the group facilitator and each other, discussing and practicing DBT skills.
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When done right, telehealth sessions are just as private and secure as regular office appointments. I use a HIPAA compliant telehealth platform, so you can rest assured that your private information and everything we discuss during your session will stay just between us. If you’re worried about network security, remember to keep your devices locked, use strong passwords, change your password regularly, log out of accounts before leaving your computer, and clear your browser history, cookies, and cache after every telehealth session.
Don’t Wait to Get Started
Reach out today for a free 15-minute consultation.