During this time of uncertainty, you may be experiencing unmanageable levels of stress, anxiety, and depression. Isolation, lack of human connection, and financial stress are a few reasons why you may be feeling the way you are. You may be wondering what options are available to you for professional therapy services.. While many therapists have chosen to stop seeing clients in person, they are offering telehealth services.
What is telehealth?
Telehealth includes live video and phone sessions and may include text and email support. Benefits of telehealth include:
- Ease in scheduling – You may find it difficult to leave your home or office to attend a session in person. Telehealth allows you to schedule your session around your daily schedule with minimal loss of time in our schedule:
- Safety/confidentiality – One of the biggest challenges for people is showing up for their first appointment. Telehealth allows you to attend sessions from a place you feel most comfortable.
- Illness – Illness is something that prevents clients from attending in person sessions. Telehealth allows you to continue attending sessions when you are ill.
As we continue to navigate this uncertain time it is important to maintain not just our physical health, but our mental health as well. Meeting with a therapist via telehealth can help you learn healthy coping skills to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression.
Symptoms of stress and anxiety may include:
- Irritability
- Fatigue
- Muscle tension
- Increased heart rate
- Difficulty concentrating
- Shaking or trembling
- Change in your digestive system
- Difficulty sleeping or sleeping too much
Symptoms of depression may include:
- Feelings of hopelessness and helplessness
- Difficulty concentrating
- Difficulty sleeping or sleeping too much
- Thoughts of suicide
- Fatigue
Seeking additional support from a professional can help you learn what are you biggest challenges are and how to manage your stress, anxiety, or depression through this difficult time. If you would like to schedule a telehealth appointment, please click HERE.
