Online and Telephone Therapy Sessions
I provide therapy sessions via video and over the telephone from my base in Richmond-upon-Thames helping you to stay well, calm and connected at a difficult time. Telephone or video sessions provide you with understanding, support, calm, and a safe space to explore your anxieties.
I have completed a Counselling Online course which has been jointly developed by the Open University and the BACP, and am currently completing an 80 hour Certified Online and Telephone Counselling Training mapped to the BACP Core competence for Online and Telephone Counselling.
Recent research shows that receiving therapy from a therapist via traditional telephone or Skype and Zoom has just as much therapeutic value as face to face therapy, and in some instances, even more so. It is also a valuable way of helping people who do not have the means or opportunity to attend face-to-face sessions, to receive the help that they want to receive.
Online and Telephone therapy sessions provide you with a private window to talk one-to-one to help resolve mental health issues, beliefs, feelings and issues affecting your life. They are a great way of connecting to a professional therapist at a time that fits with your schedule and from a location that you prefer.
How do online Therapy Sessions work
All you need for our online meetings is a computer, laptop, tablet or device with a webcam. Once you have booked a session I will email you the details of your booking with a secure link to access your session. I use Zoom, a reliable, secure and good quality software, though we can also use Skype or WhatsApp if you prefer.
We will be able to see each other. Remember to try and disconnect all your other devices from your Wifi network during the meeting, as this can sometimes affect the quality of your connection.
At the time of your appointment just click the link. If you have never used Zoom before, you may be asked to install the App. Follow the easy on-screen instructions and select ‘Run’ to install.
Your online safety and privacy matters
Online Therapy can be very safe. Star Therapy only uses GDPR approved video conferencing technologies e.g. Google Meet and Zoom. These technologies regularly undergo independent verification of their security, privacy, and compliance controls to ensure user safety. If you are looking for online therapy, always ensure your provider uses technologies that are independently verified for security and privacy.
How do Telephone Therapy Sessions work?
Sometimes we will meet in person first for an assessment, alternatively we can have telephone sessions from the outset - for both assessment and talking through how it will work.
When arranging telephone counselling you need to ensure the conversation will be private and safe and that you have a have a suitable and private space from which to take the call.
During telephone therapy sessions you need a confidential and quiet space to speak from, where you won't be interrupted or overheard.
Also I will need your contact details and GP details.
Code of Conduct
I will not record our meetings, and ask you not to do so without my written permission.
Sessions will be stopped (at full cost) if you are under the influence of alcohol or other recreational drugs.