Studies show that a virtual therapy (video therapy/teletherapy) session can be as effective as seeing a therapist at their office. We have been pleasantly surprised by how good a teletherapy session can feel. We would like to briefly discuss the pros and cons of teletherapy so that you can decide for yourself if this is a good option for you.

Pros

Can be equally effective as in-person sessions

Can provide familiarity and safety if you do teletherapy in a place that gives you comfort

More privacy as you don’t have to sit in a waiting room

Saves time (no commute, no parking, etc)

Provides access to counselors in other cities; more options

Safety from spreading or catching illness

Accessibility if you have a disability

Cons

Nuances in body language and energy can be lost

Conflict between couples is harder to contain

Can be hard to find a private place in the house/office

Confidentiality and privacy is harder to guarantee

Connectivity/reception issues can be really disruptive

Online therapists can’t help you if you are in crisis and need intervention

Contraindicated for severe mental illness

Some therapeutic interventions are more effective in person

Sometimes it is just nice to be in the presence of another person

We offer online therapy to all residents of the state of Oregon. We currently provide online individual counseling and couples therapy for residents of Bend, Cannon Beach, Hood River, Manzanita, Salem, Eugene, Ashland, North Bend, Newport, Coos Bay, Corvallis and Medford Oregon. But it doesn’t matter where you live – we serve all corners of the state. As long as you are in the state of Oregon and you have a good internet connection, we can come to you with online services.

We welcome you to contact us HERE, or check out our availability and/or schedule an appointment using our online scheduler: