• research shows that teletherapy can be just as effective as therapy conducted in person

• more accessible to individuals who have difficulty leaving home due to chronic pain, lack of transportation, having children at home, COVID-19 precautions, etc.

• easier to fit into schedule

• some people find teletherapy to be more comfortable because you can be in your own space near pets, comfort items, etc.

• some people prefer the sense of connection that comes from being in a shared physical space

• may be hard to find a private, confidential space at home

• sometimes have to deal with frustrations like internet/technology issues and disruptive background noise

• teletherapy may not be appropriate for every person’s therapeutic needs

No, but...

• you must be physically located in California (the only state I am licensed in)

• it's important to be stationary (not driving or walking around) and in a private space

• if possible, I recommend using a laptop or computer for our sessions rather than a phone or ipad

• close excess open tabs in order to support your internet connection

• consider using a sound machine if you are concerned about privacy

• consider setting aside time before each session to check in with yourself and get a sense of what you’d like to focus on during the session

No; teletherapy can be highly experiential. I successfully facillitate somatic therapies, EMDR, sandtray therapy (see below), and other experiential/creative modalities virtually.