Why online therapy?
Online therapy may feel like a strange way to begin treatment with a new therapist. It may feel awkward staring into your screen or you may not know what to expect. But I’m here to say, online therapy is an awesome option for so many women like you. The COVID-19 pandemic forced mental health professionals online (myself included).
A Post-Pandemic World and Changing Concepts of Success
What I found during and after the pandemic was that my clients were still reaching their goals, and experiencing fewer symptoms of anxiety and depression all at the same pace I was experiencing in person. Even better, the research was supporting what I was experiencing: clients were experiencing the same success in goal completion and symptom reduction. Don’t take my word for it, read the American Psychological Association’s take that telehealth is here to stay.
Is online therapy effective?
Yes! It is not a perfect fit for every person or every diagnosis and some individuals do need a higher level of care with in-person treatment. However, if you are a high-achieving professional woman trying to fit into therapy while juggling every other responsibility in your life, online therapy could be a great option. Research supports the fact that online therapy is just as an effective option as in-person therapy for many mental health conditions, like anxiety and depression.
What are the benefits of online therapy?
No commute
If you are a high-achieving woman who navigates chronic pain or chronic illness, the last thing you need is another medical appointment that doesn’t need to be in person. You can take the time you would have spent commuting and use it to meal prep, rest, move your body or catch up on that to-do list.
You have limited mobility or a disability
You have been navigating chronic pain and chronic illness for so many years. You know you have to reserve your energy or you would have difficulty getting to the office on your own. Online therapy gives you more independence, power, and control over your treatment each week.
More convenient
You have to take an hour lunch break but usually, just work through it. Not anymore! You can take 50 minutes out of your day to prioritize yourself, your well-being, and your mental health. You can have these appointments from your office, your sofa, your home office-wherever YOU are most comfortable.
No childcare required
You may be a new mom who is struggling with the transition to motherhood but doesn’t have childcare available. How amazing would it be to simply open your laptop during your baby’s nap time and get the care you need right then and there? No traveling, no preparing the diaper bag, no hassle. If the baby wakes up? No big deal! We can continue our session with the little one, a bottle, or some snuggles.
No traffic
You have total control of your environment. Your commute is from your bedroom to your desk or maybe even the couch. You can meet with your therapist from the safety and comfort of your home. I have found that cancellations are extremely rare since shifting to telehealth. Online therapy allows it to be a priority each week and helps you reach your goals faster.
You travel for work
I specialize in working with high-achieving, intelligent, and driven women. Sometimes that means they need to travel within the DMV area. Let’s say you reside in DC but have to spend a week in Virginia or Maryland for a project. No problem continuing your weekly therapy because I’m licensed in all three states and districts. Do you need to travel to Manhattan for a week because your company’s headquarters is there? Amazing! I’m also licensed to work with New York residents.
More privacy
No awkward waiting rooms. Just a virtual waiting room that is HIPPA compliant for you and you only. All intake forms and sessions are held on HIPPA-compliant software to protect your privacy.
You live in a remote area
During the pandemic, you moved out of the city and bought your dream home in that mountain town you’ve always loved. You prioritized what you needed! The only down side-there are not many therapists (if any) or no therapists that specialize in your specific problem.
You can see a true specialist in the mental health field.
If you’ve found this page (and kept reading this far) I would imagine you are a driven, hard-working intelligent woman trying to navigate a diagnosis of chronic pain and chronic illness or transition to being a new mom after a difficult birth or pregnancy. Maybe you are struggling to have a family and are mentally exhausted from the roller coaster of infertility and pregnancy loss.
By using online therapy you can access the therapeutic services of Women’s CBT, which specialize in these exact niches with extensive training and practice. You can join a therapy group for new or soon-to-be moms or women with chronic illness and chronic pain that geographically may not be possible in person.
Online Therapy in Greater Washington, DC, and New York
Online Therapy is proven to be an effective treatment modality for anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder among other issues. At our DC-based Therapy office, as a skilled therapist, I am here to guide you through this process of healing in order to regain control of your life and move forward in a positive way. Follow the steps below to get started on your journey to healing.
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Fill out our convenient online mental health services contact form.
Begin your journey to healing.
Other Mental Health Services Offered by Kelsey Bates
You deserve access to an expert that understands women's health and how it can be so deeply connected to our mental health. An expert that can offer you evidence-based treatment and a personalized approach to help you through your unique struggles. I offer a variety of mental health services to help individualize a plan that best meets your needs. These services include therapy for anxiety and depression in both Individual and Women’s Support Groups. I also specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, CPT for Medical Trauma, Perinatal Therapy, PTSD Treatment, and Therapy for Chronic Illness. For more helpful information check out my blogs and videos! All services are offered online in Maryland, Washington DC, Virginia, and New York.