Online & Telehealth Therapy
At Psychotherapy for Women, appointments are offered via telehealth/online to help ensure women across the state can access our services, regardless of where they live. This allows you the ability to receive services from the practice without living in the Winchester area, where the practice is located.
Traditionally, therapy has been held in person, face-to-face with a provider. However, with the advancement of technology and HIPAA compliant software, telehealth has become a popular and heavily relied upon platform for individuals seeking support. Here at Psychotherapy for Women, appointments conducted via telehealth are provided through a HIPPA compliant and secured electronic health record platform free of cost to you. It offers the privacy you would expect at an in person visit, just from the comfort of your environment.
There are many advantages to using telehealth/telemedicine platforms to connect you to your provider. Virtual appointments allow the convenience and flexibility many people need to ensure they are able to engage in supportive treatment despite their busy schedules. Telehealth offers individuals the convenience of having their appointments where they feel most comfortable and often times with less barriers. This can eliminate additional challenges that sometimes cause us to struggle making it to appointments because of bad weather, traffic, taking hours off of work to get to your appointment and back, and in some instances, aligning childcare. It also has the benefit of increasing your access to support because you can connect with a therapist wherever you are. This convenience can be especially great for individuals who can’t take time off work, have limited childcare, live in more rural settings, or have busy schedules with limited free time.
With virtual appointments, you can expect to see your therapist from their office on your electronic device. The practice strives to ensure that you feel like you are in the office with your therapist, without you having to leave your home or office. When conducting your scheduled therapy session, you can use a phone, tablet, laptop, or desktop to complete your appointment, as long as your device has a camera and microphone included within it. You are welcome to dress how you’d like, enjoy a cup of coffee or tea, and relax on your couch during session if that’s what feels most comfortable to you. Your therapist will deliver the same treatment modalities, active listening, and compassion that you would receive in office.
With Telehealth therapy, we treat and help address the following:
- Anxiety Disorders
- Depression
- Perinatal and Postpartum Mood Disorders
- Low Self-esteem and Confidence Issues
- Mom Stressors
- Life Transitions
- Grief and Loss
- Fertility, Miscarriage, and Infant Loss Support
- Intrusive and Negative Self-talk
- Parenting Stress
- Relationship Problems
- Communication Issues
- Boundary Setting
- Challenging Family Dynamics and Family Conflict
- Overwhelm and Overstimulation
- Lack of Interest or Pleasure in Doing Things
- Substance Abuse and Misuse
- Single Parenting
- Women Who Identify as High Achievers
- Things to Consider About Telehealth:
There are things to consider and plan for beforehand to ensure your telehealth therapy session goes smoothly. Your environment should be supportive of your therapy session and ready to go before your first appointment. Here are several things to do before your scheduled appointment:
- Log in and familiarize yourself with the online client portal and video software
- Select a place you feel comfortable conducting your sessions at
- Utilize a space that is private and quiet, such as a bedroom or office where you can shut the door
- Ensure the device you are using has an operating microphone and camera
- Test your internet connection
- Ensure your sound quality is good
- Minimize any outside noises or distractions
- Get a drink, use the bathroom, and complete any other tasks beforehand to ensure your session will not be interrupted
- Silence all phones, tablets, and other devices before starting your appointment
Is Telehealth right for me?
If you are wondering if this is a good option for you, I encourage you to consider your current schedule and needs, as well as the comfort of your environment. Therapy via telehealth can be a wonderful tool that offers flexibility and less barriers to you attending regular appointments for her health. If you have never engaged in online support before, I encourage you to give it a try. I find overall, individuals feel it is easy to navigate, less stressful to schedule or work around scheduling conflicts, and a benefit when trying to stay engaged in treatment while having a demanding schedule.