Teletherapy for Rockville, MD

Photo of Joseph Snow - The Snow Psychology Group, LLC, PhD, Psychologist
The Snow Psychology Group, LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20852
Are you or your teen feeling depressed or anxious? Experiencing difficulty in a personal relationship? Have you been feeling stuck? Our therapists understand how you may feel overwhelmed when dealing with stress and sadness or adjusting to major life changes. Let us help you to feel better and move forward to reach your personal goals. We provide a warm and supportive environment where you can openly discuss your concerns as we work together to resolve them and access your own strengths. We work with ages 12+ across the lifespan. Individual, couples, and group therapy services are available in-person and via telehealth.
Are you or your teen feeling depressed or anxious? Experiencing difficulty in a personal relationship? Have you been feeling stuck? Our therapists understand how you may feel overwhelmed when dealing with stress and sadness or adjusting to major life changes. Let us help you to feel better and move forward to reach your personal goals. We provide a warm and supportive environment where you can openly discuss your concerns as we work together to resolve them and access your own strengths. We work with ages 12+ across the lifespan. Individual, couples, and group therapy services are available in-person and via telehealth.
(301) 321-7537 View (301) 321-7537
Photo of Elana Woolf - The Woolf Center | Therapy and Coaching , LCPC, Counselor
The Woolf Center | Therapy and Coaching
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850
Availability for teens, couples, individuals, families. Real local therapists helping real people like you. We are here for you and your family. Are you someone struggling with relationships? Are you a couple having a difficult time navigating various sources of tension? Are you struggling with parenting? Is your teen struggling and you are concerned? You have come to the right place. You can be yourself here, no judgement. We can help you get started and see results. Therapists licensed in DC, MD, VA, NC. Coaching Internationally (across state lines). Call/Text us now and get the help you need.
Availability for teens, couples, individuals, families. Real local therapists helping real people like you. We are here for you and your family. Are you someone struggling with relationships? Are you a couple having a difficult time navigating various sources of tension? Are you struggling with parenting? Is your teen struggling and you are concerned? You have come to the right place. You can be yourself here, no judgement. We can help you get started and see results. Therapists licensed in DC, MD, VA, NC. Coaching Internationally (across state lines). Call/Text us now and get the help you need.
(301) 710-9508 View (301) 710-9508
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Danielle Larkins
Pre-Licensed Professional, LGPC, MA
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20852  (Online Only)
Sometimes we need an objective, non-judgmental person to listen. Family and friends can be wonderful sources of love and support, but sometimes it isn't enough. I understand that the idea of sharing your very personal and painful thoughts and experiences can be uncomfortable. For that reason, I take a compassionate and empathetic approach with all my clients. I strive to build a strong, collaborative, and trusting relationship to create safety, openness, and healing.
Sometimes we need an objective, non-judgmental person to listen. Family and friends can be wonderful sources of love and support, but sometimes it isn't enough. I understand that the idea of sharing your very personal and painful thoughts and experiences can be uncomfortable. For that reason, I take a compassionate and empathetic approach with all my clients. I strive to build a strong, collaborative, and trusting relationship to create safety, openness, and healing.
(301) 753-3879 View (301) 753-3879
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Best Life Behavioral Health
PhD
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20852  (Online Only)
Has therapy been a waste of time before? At Best Life, run by Dr. Samantha Whiten (Dr. Psych Mom), we start to tackle your issues immediately, so you can start living the life you deserve! Jessica Jeffers works with mood issues and couples. Vicktoria Molokin works with life transitions and anxiety. Lindsey Weekley works with parenting, anger, bipolar, and more. Meredith Futernick uses brainspotting and DBT. Kat Defilippi works with mood issues, couples, anxiety, and career. Danielle Goldberg works with trauma, depression, and parenting. Stefanie Rider does trauma and EMDR. We also offer life, career, dating, and sex coaching!
Has therapy been a waste of time before? At Best Life, run by Dr. Samantha Whiten (Dr. Psych Mom), we start to tackle your issues immediately, so you can start living the life you deserve! Jessica Jeffers works with mood issues and couples. Vicktoria Molokin works with life transitions and anxiety. Lindsey Weekley works with parenting, anger, bipolar, and more. Meredith Futernick uses brainspotting and DBT. Kat Defilippi works with mood issues, couples, anxiety, and career. Danielle Goldberg works with trauma, depression, and parenting. Stefanie Rider does trauma and EMDR. We also offer life, career, dating, and sex coaching!
(301) 900-5808 View (301) 900-5808
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The Treatment and Learning Centers
Counselor, LCPC-S, BC-DMT, ASDCS
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850
TLC is a multi-disciplinary group of psychologists, OT's, & SLP's. The core of our philosophy is the belief that our focus is on people, not on diagnoses/disabilities. With that in mind, we develop an individualized plan with every child, young adult, and family. We use a holistic, strengths-based approach to help individuals reduce symptoms of anxiety or depression, develop better self-esteem, learn new coping skills, improve social skills, and learn how to communicate more effectively. With these skills, children, teens, and adults can develop more positive relationships and improve their functioning at school or work.
TLC is a multi-disciplinary group of psychologists, OT's, & SLP's. The core of our philosophy is the belief that our focus is on people, not on diagnoses/disabilities. With that in mind, we develop an individualized plan with every child, young adult, and family. We use a holistic, strengths-based approach to help individuals reduce symptoms of anxiety or depression, develop better self-esteem, learn new coping skills, improve social skills, and learn how to communicate more effectively. With these skills, children, teens, and adults can develop more positive relationships and improve their functioning at school or work.
(240) 534-1644 View (240) 534-1644
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Amethyst Counseling and Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850  (Online Only)
Relationships can be hard work but they are also rewarding if you're willing to build a strong foundation of commitment and trust. As a couples counselor, my goal is to help you learn better ways to communicate and build emotional connection with your partner as well as assisting you both in identifying and describing your needs and wants in a respectful way. Above all, I’m a systems therapist and I love helping my clients draw the connections between childhood relationships and their current relational challenges. Sometimes you just need someone to ask the right questions that help you to think and do differently.
Relationships can be hard work but they are also rewarding if you're willing to build a strong foundation of commitment and trust. As a couples counselor, my goal is to help you learn better ways to communicate and build emotional connection with your partner as well as assisting you both in identifying and describing your needs and wants in a respectful way. Above all, I’m a systems therapist and I love helping my clients draw the connections between childhood relationships and their current relational challenges. Sometimes you just need someone to ask the right questions that help you to think and do differently.
(443) 323-2648 View (443) 323-2648
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Victoria Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850
Clients come to me to feel heard, navigate a tough season in life, and learn practical ways to start feeling more like themselves again. I work with adults experiencing life changes, relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, or struggling to cope with being "deeply feeling" or "highly sensitive." As a Perinatal Mental Health Trained Provider, I specialize in working with women before and during pregnancy and the early years of motherhood. Many of my clients are seeking support for feelings of ambivalence, grief, postpartum depression and anxiety, "mom rage," work/life balance, and other daily challenges of parenthood.
Clients come to me to feel heard, navigate a tough season in life, and learn practical ways to start feeling more like themselves again. I work with adults experiencing life changes, relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, or struggling to cope with being "deeply feeling" or "highly sensitive." As a Perinatal Mental Health Trained Provider, I specialize in working with women before and during pregnancy and the early years of motherhood. Many of my clients are seeking support for feelings of ambivalence, grief, postpartum depression and anxiety, "mom rage," work/life balance, and other daily challenges of parenthood.
(301) 709-7574 View (301) 709-7574
Photo of Stefani Jackson - Stefani Jackson, Christian Counselor, MSW, LCSW-C, LCSW, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Stefani Jackson, Christian Counselor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20852  (Online Only)
Are you seeking to B-YourBest and experience peace, joy, contentment, and healing in your soul and in your life? I am honored to help you on your journey to experience transformative change. As a Christian Psychotherapist, I am passionate about helping people heal and transform into their best selves, from the inside out. I will partner with you to achieve mental, emotional, relational, and spiritual wholeness and wellness. I specialize in Christian psychotherapy (merging Biblical Principles and Scripture with Evidence-Based Interventions) to provide support as you identify and address daily life stressors and challenges.
Are you seeking to B-YourBest and experience peace, joy, contentment, and healing in your soul and in your life? I am honored to help you on your journey to experience transformative change. As a Christian Psychotherapist, I am passionate about helping people heal and transform into their best selves, from the inside out. I will partner with you to achieve mental, emotional, relational, and spiritual wholeness and wellness. I specialize in Christian psychotherapy (merging Biblical Principles and Scripture with Evidence-Based Interventions) to provide support as you identify and address daily life stressors and challenges.
(240) 219-6538 View (240) 219-6538
Photo of Tamara Levin, PsyD, Psychologist
Tamara Levin
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20852
Do you worry a lot about the future? Have difficulty accepting uncertainty? Is it hard to move forward from past experiences or to enjoy daily life? These challenges can interfere with your mood, relationships, sleep, & physical health. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life cycle events, health problems, and family planning concerns (including infertility, transitioning to parenthood, expanding your family, etc). As a licensed psychologist, I have many years of advanced training and experience to help you feel better and we collaborate together to identify and meet your personal goals.
Do you worry a lot about the future? Have difficulty accepting uncertainty? Is it hard to move forward from past experiences or to enjoy daily life? These challenges can interfere with your mood, relationships, sleep, & physical health. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life cycle events, health problems, and family planning concerns (including infertility, transitioning to parenthood, expanding your family, etc). As a licensed psychologist, I have many years of advanced training and experience to help you feel better and we collaborate together to identify and meet your personal goals.
(240) 453-4680 x1 View (240) 453-4680 x1
Photo of Selena C Snow, PhD, Psychologist
Selena C Snow
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20852
Are you feeling depressed or anxious? Experiencing difficulty in a personal relationship? Have you been feeling stuck? Our licensed therapists understand how life may feel overwhelming when you are dealing with stress and sadness or adjusting to big changes that have happened. Let us help you to feel better and move forward with your life to reach your personal goals. We provide a warm and supportive environment where you can openly discuss your concerns as we work together to resolve them. You will also learn to apply new skills to your daily life that can be beneficial to you, both now and in the future.
Are you feeling depressed or anxious? Experiencing difficulty in a personal relationship? Have you been feeling stuck? Our licensed therapists understand how life may feel overwhelming when you are dealing with stress and sadness or adjusting to big changes that have happened. Let us help you to feel better and move forward with your life to reach your personal goals. We provide a warm and supportive environment where you can openly discuss your concerns as we work together to resolve them. You will also learn to apply new skills to your daily life that can be beneficial to you, both now and in the future.
(240) 696-2001 View (240) 696-2001
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Maria Jose Rendon
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850  (Online Only)
Saludos! If you find yourself experiencing social anxiety, challenges with motivation, or perfectionism, I would love to connect with you. I'm a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist and I work with high achieving college and graduate students, early and mid-career professionals, educators, and people in the healing professions who are seeking ways to handle their harsh inner critic and break free from imposter syndrome. I am passionate about helping people reconnect with their values, build motivation, and liberate themselves from avoidant behaviors (e.g., procrastination) that hinder their ability to reach their goals.
Saludos! If you find yourself experiencing social anxiety, challenges with motivation, or perfectionism, I would love to connect with you. I'm a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist and I work with high achieving college and graduate students, early and mid-career professionals, educators, and people in the healing professions who are seeking ways to handle their harsh inner critic and break free from imposter syndrome. I am passionate about helping people reconnect with their values, build motivation, and liberate themselves from avoidant behaviors (e.g., procrastination) that hinder their ability to reach their goals.
(240) 692-3650 View (240) 692-3650
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Dr. Amy Phillips Counseling
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20855
I am here to help you and to listen. We can work together to better understand the challenges in your life. Through talking, things will get better. Today, you are one step closer to a new you where you can feel empowered and go on that positive path to growth and well-being. As a therapist, my goal is to help you lead a life that is worth celebrating. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
I am here to help you and to listen. We can work together to better understand the challenges in your life. Through talking, things will get better. Today, you are one step closer to a new you where you can feel empowered and go on that positive path to growth and well-being. As a therapist, my goal is to help you lead a life that is worth celebrating. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
(202) 424-9616 View (202) 424-9616
Photo of Jason B Deitz, LGPC, NCC, Counselor
Jason B Deitz
Counselor, LGPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850
I am dedicated to utilizing my extensive experience and education to assist individuals and families in promoting growth and self-understanding in their mental health. My goal is to help manage day-to-day life challenges and navigate life transitions. These transitions—whether for older adults facing significant life changes, young adults moving from college into the workforce, or adolescents transitioning from high school to college—can be daunting and anxiety-inducing. They often bring feelings of being stuck, fears of the unknown, and issues related to separation from family and friends.
I am dedicated to utilizing my extensive experience and education to assist individuals and families in promoting growth and self-understanding in their mental health. My goal is to help manage day-to-day life challenges and navigate life transitions. These transitions—whether for older adults facing significant life changes, young adults moving from college into the workforce, or adolescents transitioning from high school to college—can be daunting and anxiety-inducing. They often bring feelings of being stuck, fears of the unknown, and issues related to separation from family and friends.
(301) 579-0450 View (301) 579-0450
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Mara Glover
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20852  (Online Only)
Maybe you are interested in learning skills to cope with specific behaviors or obsessive thoughts. Perhaps you are seeking validation and a non-judgmental listener. Or, you are not sure what you want from therapy, but you know something in your life does not feel right. If any of this resonates with you, I am here to help your struggles with anxiety, eating disorders, mild depression, life changes and self-esteem. I am confident we can work as a team to move your life toward a path that feels right to you, and help you feel in control of the present time and future.
Maybe you are interested in learning skills to cope with specific behaviors or obsessive thoughts. Perhaps you are seeking validation and a non-judgmental listener. Or, you are not sure what you want from therapy, but you know something in your life does not feel right. If any of this resonates with you, I am here to help your struggles with anxiety, eating disorders, mild depression, life changes and self-esteem. I am confident we can work as a team to move your life toward a path that feels right to you, and help you feel in control of the present time and future.
(301) 637-5249 View (301) 637-5249
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Dr. Shauna Pollard
Psychologist, PhD, PSYPACT, ADHDer
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20852  (Online Only)
Being a high achiever feels like you have to keep up this façade of perfection, which means you are overworking and in a constant state of stress. This can show up as work stress, burnout, unfulfilling relationships & feeling worthless. It’s lonely at the top. You need a therapist that understands the unique challenges that come with being in leadership & can help you bounce back. I help high-achievers, ADHDers, & first-generation strivers in Georgia, Maryland, & all of the PsyPact states, learn to feel more productive, motivated, and engaged. I'd love to hear more about you & the next level you’re looking to attain on your journey.
Being a high achiever feels like you have to keep up this façade of perfection, which means you are overworking and in a constant state of stress. This can show up as work stress, burnout, unfulfilling relationships & feeling worthless. It’s lonely at the top. You need a therapist that understands the unique challenges that come with being in leadership & can help you bounce back. I help high-achievers, ADHDers, & first-generation strivers in Georgia, Maryland, & all of the PsyPact states, learn to feel more productive, motivated, and engaged. I'd love to hear more about you & the next level you’re looking to attain on your journey.
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Natalia Vallejos
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20852
Are you or your teen having difficulty with relationships and want to learn new strategies to help stay calm and self-regulated despite intense feelings? Do past traumatic events negatively impact your current relationships? Are you or your teen feeling stressed out, overwhelmed, angry, or depressed? My approach to treatment is founded on developing a strong and empathic relationship with each patient, which facilitates meaningful changes, increased self-awareness, and personal growth. We can work together to develop skills that instill hope and confidence in your own, or your teen’s, ability to overcome life challenges that arise.
Are you or your teen having difficulty with relationships and want to learn new strategies to help stay calm and self-regulated despite intense feelings? Do past traumatic events negatively impact your current relationships? Are you or your teen feeling stressed out, overwhelmed, angry, or depressed? My approach to treatment is founded on developing a strong and empathic relationship with each patient, which facilitates meaningful changes, increased self-awareness, and personal growth. We can work together to develop skills that instill hope and confidence in your own, or your teen’s, ability to overcome life challenges that arise.
(301) 579-0436 x1 View (301) 579-0436 x1
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Elena Sanchez Dominguez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT, Parejas, Couples, LGBT+, Español
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850  (Online Only)
You have had enough and feel hopeless! You have noticed that it is difficult for you to accomplish your goals, finish your tasks, and socialize with people. You find yourself anxious, worried, tired, stressed out, and overwhelmed. My name is Elena, I am a bilingual (Spanish and English) Marital and Family Therapist. I enjoy working with LGBT+, couples, adults and adolescents who are struggling and want to feel better. Side by side, using Couple Counseling, Individual Therapy, Trauma therapy and Sex therapy, I can help you to address marital distress, infidelity, intimacy, sexual problems, anxiety, trauma, and depression.
You have had enough and feel hopeless! You have noticed that it is difficult for you to accomplish your goals, finish your tasks, and socialize with people. You find yourself anxious, worried, tired, stressed out, and overwhelmed. My name is Elena, I am a bilingual (Spanish and English) Marital and Family Therapist. I enjoy working with LGBT+, couples, adults and adolescents who are struggling and want to feel better. Side by side, using Couple Counseling, Individual Therapy, Trauma therapy and Sex therapy, I can help you to address marital distress, infidelity, intimacy, sexual problems, anxiety, trauma, and depression.
(301) 450-6115 View (301) 450-6115
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Brandon L Goldstein
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20852
Are you or a loved one feeling stressed? Overwhelmed by unwanted intrusive thoughts or negative thoughts? Do you want to learn skills that can help you navigate difficult situations or how to manage your intense emotions? My goal is to help you overcome challenges, promote personal growth, and build a more fulfilling life. My approach to treatment combines empathy and a strong relationship with science-backed techniques and practical skill-building. We work together to set goals and a personalized treatment plan. Throughout therapy, I aim to increase your confidence in handling challenges and instill hope that change is possible.
Are you or a loved one feeling stressed? Overwhelmed by unwanted intrusive thoughts or negative thoughts? Do you want to learn skills that can help you navigate difficult situations or how to manage your intense emotions? My goal is to help you overcome challenges, promote personal growth, and build a more fulfilling life. My approach to treatment combines empathy and a strong relationship with science-backed techniques and practical skill-building. We work together to set goals and a personalized treatment plan. Throughout therapy, I aim to increase your confidence in handling challenges and instill hope that change is possible.
(301) 701-5494 x1 View (301) 701-5494 x1
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Dr. Jodi Albert
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850  (Online Only)
Psychotherapy with me will provide you a safe place to process life’s challenges, work through the impacts of significant life experiences & relationships, grieve from losses & disappointments, learn to untangle the past from the present & future, gain freedom from unhealthy patterns/behaviors, manage upcoming or recent life transitions, identify your strengths/values/goals, & find more pleasure & fulfillment in your life. You will learn to treat yourself with kindness, acceptance, & respect, & discover what changes you want to make to live your best life. Together we will do the work we need to do to help you on this journey.
Psychotherapy with me will provide you a safe place to process life’s challenges, work through the impacts of significant life experiences & relationships, grieve from losses & disappointments, learn to untangle the past from the present & future, gain freedom from unhealthy patterns/behaviors, manage upcoming or recent life transitions, identify your strengths/values/goals, & find more pleasure & fulfillment in your life. You will learn to treat yourself with kindness, acceptance, & respect, & discover what changes you want to make to live your best life. Together we will do the work we need to do to help you on this journey.
(240) 617-3060 View (240) 617-3060
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Hilla Laver Flohr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, RYT200
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20852  (Online Only)
There will be challenges, unwanted moments, unexpected heartache, unforeseen difficulties, times when you have no other option but to face the chaos. Life will ask you to stand tall and grow even when you are tired, and in these moments of expansion, you will see-that you are more than a match for what scares you-you are stronger than you imagined (Yung Pueblo). As a trauma therapist, I am honored to be part of my clients' healing journey, witnessing their strength and resiliency. Whether you're grappling with trauma, anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties, you've taken the courageous step to seek support.
There will be challenges, unwanted moments, unexpected heartache, unforeseen difficulties, times when you have no other option but to face the chaos. Life will ask you to stand tall and grow even when you are tired, and in these moments of expansion, you will see-that you are more than a match for what scares you-you are stronger than you imagined (Yung Pueblo). As a trauma therapist, I am honored to be part of my clients' healing journey, witnessing their strength and resiliency. Whether you're grappling with trauma, anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties, you've taken the courageous step to seek support.
(301) 507-0379 View (301) 507-0379
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Online Therapists

Is online therapy as effective as in-person?

Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?

One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.

Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?

Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.

Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?

The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.



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