Many people are still unsure what exactly is and what to expect when it comes to virtual counseling, telemedicine or whatever name you’d like to give it. If you’re wondering if telemedicine is for you and how it works here are a few steps. Within the past few years, telemedicine has grown at a rapid pace, people are in need of help and have turned to technology as a convenient and secure way to meet their needs.  While many still are skeptical about and don’t feel totally comfortable with it just yet most people find that its just as effective as face to face. But to be effective the following must occur:

• When in session during telehealth, it is important that you’re in a safe, quiet, distraction free environment, so that the therapist and yourself are getting the most out of it.

• At first it may be strange or awkward seeing a stranger through your computer but rest assured, with time you will ease in and feel in sync with your therapist.

• Because this is a virtual session, and sometimes your therapist can’t pick up on your body language, be sure to express all that you are feeling and going through at that moment.

• Be also aware that there may be some technical difficulties that can include, delay in voice or motion, or either of parties can’t hear or see. These are common causes in technology

Medication is still seen as a taboo worldwide. Often times, also seen as a “crutch” to not deal with the deep-rooted problem. When taking just medicine without a treatment plan, or accompanied by a therapist or anyone of the sort, we are just “bandaging” the problem. It does not solve all your issues. Now, when you have therapy involved with medicine not only will the medicine treat your symptoms but in therapy you will learn different coping skills and techniques to learn how to rewire your brain, train your thoughts, and possibly even answer the “whys” you’ve held on for too long.