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maree98
maree98

So the therapist I previously had wasn't very helpful. In my opinion. So im currently looking for a new one. My question is for the people who are currently in therapy are all sessions being held via video call. I feel like i can't open up 100% over a video call. It feels so odd to me. 

Thor2008
Thor2008
Mine has been 100% in-person and without a mask. I would have left my therapist if I have to do it over the phone or video. An no mask.
Italianmomma4ever
Italianmomma4ever
Mine has been over the phone. But I only see him three times a year. So far this year all three times have been phone calls. And I just adjust. Talk to him regularly if he was there or if I was in his office. There's nothing more you can do with this virus a lot of doctors aren't seeing patients. Good luck maybe find a new one that is. Italianmomma4ever
arfie
arfie
Been therapist shopping, myself. A little. Zoom has been the preferred. Masked sessions available. I can't see myself in either scenario and have pretty much given up on that idea for now.

All the support groups remain closed, as well. I wonder if we will still have a mental health/social welfare system after all this is said and done. The next flu season isn't even fully here yet.
Sunshinegirl0228
Sunshinegirl0228
Yes itr is odd and weird to have a video appointment. For me the worst part is at home I have a ton of distractions and it is a challenge to focus completely on the call. Another thing is with a video call the therapist has a harder time observing my body language.
I think a video chat is better than a phone call at least.
Hang in there.
Ash122
Ash122
My therapist has been offering telehealth over Webcam or in person visits.
hyperpgal
hyperpgal
I've done telehealth--not a problem except my sessions are 30 mins long and the tech doesn't work well.
GirlinCalif
GirlinCalif
I love doing therapy by phone! It's like chatting with a girlfriend or something. And, I don't have to get dressed or go anywhere, lol, I can be in my pajamas with the TV on mute in the background, drinking a cup of coffee, while I'm having my session. It's great.

For me, when I used to go see a therapist in person, I felt like I acted differently.... my "public polite self". Whereas if I am talking on the phone, I can be more my relaxed self.

Whichever you choose, give it a try. I haven't done video therapy yet, so I can't comment on it. I love therapy by phone, is my opinion.
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