If you are unable to meet in person for counselling, then Telephone or Online counselling may be a good alternative. For those who have hectic schedules or live in remote areas and are unable to come for face-to-face counselling.

Effectiveness of Telephone/Online Counselling

Telephone and online counselling can be similar to in-person counselling however counselling sessions are conducted over the telephone or via Skype. This type of counselling can be very effective and benefits are similar to those achieved from individual in-person counselling.

The Benefits of Telephone/Online Counselling

The benefits of telephone & online counselling include:

Save time and money commuting to and from appointments Talk from the privacy of your home, office, or cell phone You live in a remote area where there are few or no counsellors You suffer from a physical or emotional disability that makes you house-bound You don’t feel comfortable being seen going in and out of a therapist’s office You just feel more comfortable talking on the phone or online Easy payments with your Visa or Master Card

Setting up an appointment

Telephone and online counselling sessions are scheduled in the same manner as in-person counselling depending on the unique needs of the client.

Payment

Each telephone or online counselling session is paid in advance and payments are made internet banking e-mail money transfer (instructions can be found on your bank's website if you have signed up for Internet banking) or by credit card payment before the beginning of the session. The e-mail transfer and the password need to be received (separately) by 6:00 P.M. EST the day before the session .

Issues that are more suitable for telephone/online counselling

Telephone and online counselling can be effective for the following issues: motivation/procrastination, goal-setting, planning, self-esteem, assertiveness, insomnia, depression, low energy, general anxiety disorder, social anxiety, agoraphobia, problems with friendships, parenting, relationships, adult children of alcoholics (ACA) issues and other family of origin issues, co-dependency, childhood trauma or problems, sexual problems and issues, same sex relationships, work-life balance, addictions, compulsions, and obsessions.

Issues that are better dealt with in face-to-face sessions

Telephone and online counselling is not suitable for clients suffering from psychiatric conditions such as severe depression, bipolar disorder, or a life-threatening eating disorder.