Why Individuals with Anxiety Do Well with Online Therapy
Online Therapy Alleviates the Anxiety of Finding the Office
Anxiety has its unusual way of limiting our own perceptions of what we think we can, what we want to do, and what you end up doing. Even though we might know that we need help, that going to see a therapist might help our own anxieties and worries, sometimes anxiety gets in the way. It tells us that going to a new office, driving there, even calling the therapist, are all scary things. I can relate to this on a personal level. Anytime I have to go to a new doctor’s office I dread the process of finding the address, putting it in my google maps, and driving over there- struggling to navigate South Florida and Miami traffic. It’s that whole idea of not knowing where you are and where you are going that can be really triggering. Couple that with nerves about meeting a new therapist, this process can be very anxiety provoking. I know that feeling.
One of the reasons that I find that online counseling can be helpful for individuals with anxiety the whole process of driving to the office, finding parking, sitting in Miami, Florida traffic is avoided. Some people might say that if you are working on your anxiety in therapy, shouldn’t you work on conquering the anxiety you might have about going to the office? That might be true, but I believe that many people avoid therapy for this reason- the hassle of getting to the office.
We are Used to Convenience when Accessing Services
In today’s world, we are used to being able to access knowledge, help, services and goods instantly. We are used to being able to get answers at the touch of a button. This process of interaction is no one’s fault, but a part of living in a technologically-centric society. For people that are curious about if they have anxiety symptoms, they might google, “Do I have anxiety?” and instantly loads of answers can be available to them. People might look for an anxiety therapist where they live by googling, “anxiety therapist near me.” Google then shows them many possible therapists in their area. Our brains, our habits, our ways of interacting with the world have become instantaneous in nature. This mode of operating also applies to how we expect to receive services such as therapy.
Allows Individuals to be more Comfortable and Vulnerable
Another reason that online therapy works well for individuals with anxiety is it allows the person to be in their own space. Therapy can be a very vulnerable process. There is comfort in knowing that you will go through the process in the security and safety of your own home. Being in new surrounding can be triggering or anxiety producing for many people. Our brains are overloaded with new sensory information because we are in a new space, or different space, or a space we don’t feel comfortable in, taking our focus away from the process of therapy.
With online therapy, you can sit in your favorite chair in your bedroom. You can make yourself a cup of tea right before your session, maybe even listen to your favorite calming song. You might even put on your favorite sweat pants and t-shirt to ensure maximum comfort. All these things are very important to someone who is prone to anxiety entering their life. There is no stress about traffic, there is no stress about being late to the appointment. Your nervous system can remain calm prior to the session, allowing for a more thoughtful and meaningful therapy session.
What Anxiety Therapy Looks Like Online
When you work with an anxiety therapist online the process of finding the office, driving there, is completely avoided. Instead online therapy might look like this..
Prior to the session you will find a comfortable, quiet space in your house. You will want it to be somewhere confidential and quiet. It might be in your bedroom with the door shut. You might even want to play some music for anyone in the other room to allow for confidentiality in your session. Peace and solitude allow you to focus and not worry about other people listening. You will want to check you WIFI connection before the meeting and have your phone close by so that you can contact your therapist if you are unable to connect to the video platform. At the time of your session, you will have received a link to the video platform in your email. You will access the HIPAA compliant video chat through that link. It is encouraged that the therapy session takes place using a laptop or a tablet.
Begin Anxiety Treatment in Miami & Online Anxiety Therapy in Florida:
Having anxiety can be debilitating. You just want the racing thoughts to stop. We offer therapy in Miami to help you feel better and free from anxiety. To begin online therapy in Florida, with a therapist in Miami, follow these steps:
Contact our Miami therapy counseling center,
Request an initial consultation appointment with an online therapist
Allow yourself the opportunity to heal and find peace through therapy.
Other Services Offered at The Heard Counseling:
The Heard Counseling offers therapy in Miami with their therapist in Miami. We offer couples therapy in Miami as well as anxiety therapy and other services at our therapy center based in Miami, Florida. Right now, they are offering all their counseling services via online therapy in Florida to protect the health of their clients and therapists. In addition to anxiety treatment, they also offer postpartum anxiety and postpartum anxiety treatment, birth trauma treatment, therapy for dads, therapy for moms, infertility counseling and support, marriage counseling Miami, therapy for women and families who have experienced pregnancy and infant loss, and counseling for teens. Check out their blog for valuable mental health tips. Contact their counseling office to learn more about the many ways they can help you live well.