As the world has changed so has the structure of therapy. Technology’s importance in everyday life is rising, and the current pandemic climate is keeping us in our houses more than ever. With these factors, more and more couples are wondering what it might be like to do couple therapy online rather than in the office. Online couple therapy is not a sub-par replacement for office sessions, but in fact brings its own unique benefits. Here are some reasons why online couples therapy might benefit you.
Read MoreIt’s back to school season. Typically that hectic time of year of new shoes, backpacks, pencil cases, water bottles and bulk peanut-free snacks. Typically, a transitional time of year when families used to look forward to school resuming at summer’s end. But this year things are anything but typical. This year, parents are frantically searching for breathable face masks, hand wipes and gallons of sanitizer. This year, back-to-school season is packing a powerful emotional punch - of anxiety - and parents are getting hit hard.
Read MoreAs a therapist who specializes in working with couples, it is always interesting to see the world through the common themes that emerge with different couples in a short period of time. Lately, couples have been saying they feel more like roommates than lovers or life partners.
Read MoreIn the not so distant past, it was the general perception that face-to-face therapy facilitated a better connection between a person and their therapist. However, new revelations have come to light about virtual therapy, debunking previous notions about the efficacy of treatment online. Our colleagues at McMaster University have published a study that fits exactly with what we have been seeing during the COVID-19 shutdown…
Read MoreThe New York Times recently published an article outlining the experiences of therapists providing online counselling to their clients during the pandemic. We were thrilled to see our own experiences as therapists reflected in the article.
Read MoreThis has been a tough few months in our world. Each and every person has been affected in their own way. We are all grieving and processing the changes to our lives. And I am so pleased to let you know that connecting with a therapist virtually is a beautiful silver lining behind the clouds.
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