Easy access, less discomfort and shame, a sense of security, control and freedom are the main advantages of online psychotherapy – according to conducted research (Alleman, 2002; Maheu & Gordon, 2000). How does online therapy look, what should you expect from an online consultation and what are the advantages of virtual meetings with a psychotherapist?
It has been proven that the quality of the therapeutic relationship is the most important factor, which determine the outcome of psychotherapy (Horvath, Del Re, Flückiger & Symonds, 2011), and the virtual bond with the therapist also influences the treatment process. The British Association for Counseling and Psychotherapy (BACP) points out that e-therapy allows you to speak to your therapist more freely and makes it easier to express your own thoughts and emotions.