Benefits of Face-to-Face counselling

 

• You have a private space to talk;

• You can attend sessions after work;

• You do not have to worry about technology;

• You can see me fully, so there is less chance of misunderstanding;

• Your therapy space is separate from your personal space.

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Things to consider:

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• Are you comfortable meeting in-person during the pandemic?

• How do you feel about following the hygiene and social distancing measures during the pandemic?

• How do you feel about commuting after sessions?

​​Benefits of Online and Telephone counselling

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• You can attend therapy from a comfortable and private space in your own home.

• You can avoid a commute to and from sessions;

• You can wear comfortable clothes in the privacy of your home;

• Research shows that online/telephone therapy is as effective as in-person therapy.

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Things to consider:

 

• Would you prefer to see your counsellor in-person?

• How do you feel about talking about difficult issues in your personal space?

• What will you do after sessions to self-care?

• Is there a space where you can talk privately without interruption?

• Do you have a good enough internet connection/phone reception?

• Are you comfortable using video-conferencing platforms/your phone?