Does Online Therapy Really Work?

Let’s talk about online therapy, and what we can do to maximize that. Creating a safe space to have therapy is key. If we worry that someone is listening in on us we won’t be able to open up and benefit from therapy as much. I have had many patients and viewers tell me that they are doing therapy in their car or at the park a block away, or that they set up a comfy place in their closet with blankets hanging around them to deaden the sound. Whatever you can do to create that safe place.. Go for it.

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[SusieQ]

Thanks for helping us to be SEEN, HEARD, and CARED FOR Kati!!!

[j.graham]

Something I learned in therapy that helps me (when I remember it!) with negative thoughts is that we have a natural bias towards negative thoughts as a leftover from our evolution-ancestors. Seeing things with a negative bias helped them survive. That rustling in the bushes might be a lion after us, so better run away! Those who did, survived to pass on those traits, even if they were wrong about a lion in the bushes. I'm not explaining that very well but hopefully the idea comes through. When I catch myself knee-deep in negative thoughts, I ask myself 'where's the lion?' That helps me look at my negative thoughts with some distance and sort out where they come from and whether or not they have merit. (It usually turns out there is no real merit. )

[karajennings]

I just cancelled my subscription to an online therapy site because of this site. I am so grateful for this video because it made me realize what I was getting was not help. Especially after my therapist just dropped me because we had an argument. He didn't talk it out why I was feeling the way I was he just dropped me. I just wish I knew this before paying the money I did. Words from someone who is working on herself. Not all online therapy's work and if something feels off, don't ignore that gut feeling.

[mimisart]

A support system is so important. I'm so grateful for my friend A. who caught on right away that I was going down hill and invited me to stay at her place for a day or two. Very peaceful house and environment...she nailed it!

[kimsmith]

Perfect video. My narcasist husband came out of no where during an appointment of mine and I felt like I was going to die. I of course have learned to schedule my appointments earlier in the morning. I had never felt so humiliated as I did that day by his eye roll. I love your videos so much and they are always very helpful to me 💜💜💜💜💜💜

[LauraAnn]

Having a garden has helped my mental health tremendously. I have been going through a lot in addition to what's going on in the world. In my garden (veggies and herbs) I feel closer to mature and TBH I feel a sense of control. I started 99% of the plants from seed and planted them where they are myself. Plus there's the aspect of nurturing something and gardening is good exercise. Whenever I feel overwhelmed throughout tje day zi just pop outside for a few minutes and pull some weeds or pirne some suckers or tie up some plants. Very helpful.

[Cat-Arrow]

I am so impressed that my therapist is having our session at night, after my child goes to bed. I wouldn't be able to have our session otherwise. I'm so very grateful. I'm glad I asked for what I needed even though I worried it was unreasonable

[libbycatherine]

How do you manage feeling dissociated with video therapy? I already feel like I'm watching life through a screen and my new therapist doesn't seem as real as she would in person. Like there were invisible physical layers between me and others that already kept me separate, and now the computer screen. I don't feel like I'm talking to a real person. Very strange feeling.

[blastofo]

Patients need empathy from their therapist. A genuine connection. A therapist with a facade, or shielded in a professional bubble, es no bueno.

[jackk]

Hate to say this, but the scrolling names kinda reminds me of a infomercial. Don't get me wrong, love the video and the content, but think the scrolling text is kinda distracting. Not trying to be a hater, but giving my two cents. Maybe a side bar with a vertical scroll might look better?

[melissahatfield]

Hey Kati hope you’re having an amazing day!!

[will-o-the-kid]

I think two things that helped me a lot against negative thinking is meditation (the concept itself) and deliberate self-dialogue. Learning about meditation helped me understand that I shouldn’t beat myself up for having random thoughts or a wondering mind and that all I need to do is bring back my attention when I notice, and, though I have yet to consistently meditate, doing this over time seemed to have led to making that process easier. And I find that deliberate internal dialogue about where I want my attention to be has been one of the best ways for me to get focused.

[rawlikar]

I used to despise journaling but I started about 2 years ago and loved it. Some tips for good journaling that's worked for me:
1. Try to journal somewhere quiet, calm and comfortable. Maybe this is in your room after everyone's gone to bed like me
2. Listen to music. Music doesn't distract me as long as it's music I've listened to before. The music in the background helps me to think and gather my thoughts. I don't feel as rushed or stressed to write, music helps me write what's on my mind, go with the flow.
3. Go with the flow. Your journal is your safe space. You can put down your own thoughts, feelings, and opinions while being free of judgement. This helps tremendously.
4. Try doing this for a week. Then 2 weeks, then a month. I PROMISE it gets easier. You'll find your own style and it'll fit you. Keep a good schedule on journaling. For me I try to journal at least every other day. Setup own goals
YOU GOT THIS!!!!

[suzannegibbs]

I find that keeping a sketchbook is a great tool for relaxing, focusing inward, and feeling better. Some days all I do is scribble. Other days I glue stuff in. I also draw and paint when I am feeling more focused.

[pmbluemoon]

I actually love to see my therapist online, not only for both of our safety, but I LOVE sharing what my home is like, it gives my therapist more of an idea of who I am when I'm not in the office, and we share our pets as well. I also write down LOTS of sticky notes and I love to share them with them, because I forget to bring in my sticky notes with the good ideas/thoughts on them that I get from watching YouTube videos 😀😁✨

[Tiffany]

I'm an online therapist and I loved this video! It's given me some ideas to help my clients keep their appointments with me every week and to make sure they're taking care of themselves in between our sessions.

[angelb.]

I prefer face to face at the office too over virtual online therapy I find myself like really performing like I would for a job interview or even like it just doesn't feel real so I act as if all things are good automatically-without even really trying too

[DrEmilyMayfield]

There is much research that online therapy is just as effective as the more traditional in-person therapy. The tools and techniques that would be used by a therapist in person will be able to be used online. There are few exceptions to this, and there are some therapies that must occur in-person. However, a majority can be successfully done online. If you are short on time, don't feel comfortable going into an office, or just testing the waters of therapy, online is a great option!

[luisterrust]

Your mind is like a garden: you can either grow weeds or grow flowers 💐

[Wherehopebloomsbrighter]

You're really talking to me. You also sound very personable and relatable in how you explain things