Advantages and Disadvantage of Online Therapy
Limited Therapist Accessibility
Your online therapist may be located a few states over or across the globe, which means response times outside of scheduled sessions may be extremely limited. In the case of an emergency, local crisis responders will have to be relied upon, which can leave many feeling vulnerable and alone in moments of duress.
Is My Information Secure?
We live in a hyper-aware age where data and consent are serious matters, which in turn leaves many to doubt the security of an online therapy platform. Although online therapy sites strive to utilize the most up-to-date cyber security measures, whenever information is being transmitted online the possibility of a leak in one's private content is always a legitimate concern. Temporary technological glitches can further hinder one from accessing the materials and correspondence they depend on.
