I provide video-based, tele-mental health (TMH) psychological services through a HIPAA-compliant version of Zoom. Hundreds of research studies on TMH have yielded promising and positive outcomes — a reduction in symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, and social isolation. TMH yields better “results” in symptom reduction than engaging in no therapy.

To learn more about how TMH can be a part of your recovery and growth, please schedule a free consultation.

While TMH is an effective and accessible option for psychotherapy, it is not for everyone. To those folks, I get it: the lack of a secure and quiet space; the multitude of distractions (open windows and tabs) and popup notifications from your device and your physical space (sounds and clutter); difficulties staying present in the conversation. It is worth mentioning zoom fatigue and the challenges in connecting and staying virtually connected after a series of virtual work meetings.

For those who are interested in meeting in-person, regularly or semi-regularly, I am in the office on certain days of the week and can offer you my in-person availability. Please inquire if interested.

One last consideration for those who are wondering about the differences in an in-person and virtual meeting. Time. In an age where we can join (or lead) a meeting without having to jump on a subway or train into the city, the convenience of not having to commute to the office also feels like a perk that can tilt one to choose virtual psychotherapy. The other side is that taking the time to commute to the office and sit in the waiting room offers a period to reflect on prior meetings and conversations, engage in homework (especially those who may have feelings about being around others, in enclosed spaces, or the public), and think about what to talk about at the upcoming meeting. Or, just take time to slow down, breathe, and recalibrate as a transition to therapy. It is an opportunity to connect with yourself, should you choose to, and take that moment. This time can also be claimed for those folks who meet their therapists virtually, of course, and requires the sort of intention and deliberateness to stop what one is doing and make space.