Teletherapy 101

How Does Therapy Work Online?

At its most basic, a mental health counseling session functions the same in person or remotely: A therapist provides a safe, confidential space for a client to share their most vulnerable thoughts, anxieties, worries, or fears. 

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“Teletherapy has bridged the gap in accessibility to professional mental health care,” says Lifeologie Counseling Dallas therapist Saliha Qadir, LPC. “It’s made it easier to connect with a therapist to help guide through difficult times. I exclusively work with clients online, and my clients often share with me that they appreciate the convenience and flexibility of doing therapy virtually.” 

It’s easy. No sitting in traffic or commuting across town to get the help you need! 

It’s convenient. Many Lifeologie Counseling telehealth providers offer early morning, evening and weekend appointments. 

It’s confidential. Therapists are committed to client privacy and confidentiality whether they are meeting in a therapy office behind closed doors or in a telehealth meeting room. 

It’s comfortable. From your favorite chair or wrapped in a warm blanket, you can set the stage for making your own space feel safe and secure.

It’s accessible. From rural West Texas to downtown Durham, lack of proximity and affordable transportation can be real barriers to receiving equitable mental health care. Lifeologie’s secure telehealth platforms work for anyone with a reliable Internet connection. 

How To Get Ready

To make the most of your telehealth session, you’ll need a private space and a computer or smartphone that lets you connect to a secure portal where your therapist can provide you with a virtual meeting room. Privacy is relative; it may be behind a closed door or inside your car on a lunch break. You can also book telehealth visits exclusively or use them to supplement in-person visits with your therapist. 

Find The Right Fit

With busy schedules it’s difficult to imagine committing to another appointment, Saliha acknowledges. “Online therapy sessions are easy to set up and work with your schedule. It’s understandable to feel anxious about meeting your therapist for the first time virtually. If you want to see if teletherapy is the right fit for you, many Lifeologie Counseling offices can help you set up a free 15-minute online consultation with one of our expert virtual therapists. During the consultation, they can answer any of your concerns, while also giving you an opportunity to see what virtual therapy feels like.”  

Lifeologie Counseling therapists come from all walks of life and have a variety of educational, cultural, and life experiences. Search our specialties and explore our clinician’s bios and blogs to learn more about our individual therapists and their vast areas of expertise.

Even better, you can benefit from Lifeologie’s creative, collaborative approach. Our teams meet weekly for consultation, sharing insight and gaining wisdom from experienced therapists, and bringing that robust point of view back into the therapy space, whether that’s our bright beautiful therapy rooms or based in a comfortable environment you can create. 

Not Sure Where to Start? 

Call a Lifeologie Counseling location near you to chat with someone from our client care team who can help you find an affordable telehealth provider whose schedule meshes with yours. Many therapists take insurance, and most offer sessions outside traditional office hours so that you can schedule a session at a convenient time, when you can devote time and space to your own wellbeing. We want your therapy experience to be exceptional! Click the yellow button at the top right of this page to request an appointment today!