Diagnosis and the treatment of mental health issues have been around throughout history. However, the use of therapy to treat mental health issues is a relatively new pursuit. Therapy as a viable treatment is something only recently been widely accepted. Online Therapy is an avenue that is changing the mental health landscape in the Carolinas and across the country.
Changing Access
If you live in a small town, going to the grocery store without running into a friend or family member can be difficult. If there is only one therapy office located in a busy area, people may be afraid of who will see them or recognize their car in the parking lot. Therapy is a very personal matter, and while your therapist will respect your confidentiality, they can’t guarantee total anonymity in their building or parking lot.
Why Choose Online Therapy
In the past, and it still rings true to some degree, people refused to go to therapy because they didn’t want anyone to know about it. While it’s not healthy to hide your pain and struggles, it is important to get comfortable on your terms and on your timeline. Online therapy can be the perfect solution. Renewed Wellness Counseling offers online and in-person counseling sessions, so you can decide which format works best for you. It can also include both!
Online therapy gives you more options.
- You may not have to take time off from work. You can schedule a session during your lunch break, naptime, or possibly in the evening.
- If you travel often, you can potentially maintain online therapy sessions while you are away.
- It allows you to maintain another layer of privacy if you are not comfortable sharing your therapy journey with others. Therapy in the comfort of one’s home can be an attractive option.
These are still professional and scheduled appointments, but online therapy options may take some of the stress and difficulty out of scheduling those appointments.
Changing Thoughts on Mental Health
Therapy is much more mainstream and widely accepted today. Due to America’s mental health crisis, prioritizing mental health, can no longer be downplayed or ignored.
Being Proactive in Mental Health
Preventive medicine is the new wave of health. Earlier screenings and more thorough testing can catch many illnesses before they progress. Therapy can also be a proactive treatment that allows us to work through challenges before they present themselves.
- Life Changes and Transitions: (Internal blog post) Seeking therapy before a big life change (marriage, birth of a baby, a career change, a move, etc). We may not know exactly what will happen, but knowing something big is changing is a great time to add therapy into your health care routine.
- Grief therapy: The loss of a loved one or the diagnosis of an illness (for yourself or a family member/close friend) is an intense time for anyone. Making time for therapy to process these events can help you through recovery and add additional support as you embark on a treatment plan.
- Anxiety and/or Depression: (internal blog post) Feeling down and stressed are, unfortunately, part of our fast-paced world. However, anxiety and depression are much more nuanced than just having a bad day. Seeking therapy to learn coping mechanisms and self-care habits is a great place to start.
The mental health landscape in North and South Carolina is shifting. Online therapy and Renewed Wellness Counseling are here to help you maximize treatment accessibility. Don’t let the stigma of mental health or the struggle to prioritize appointments keep you from growth and healing. Please reach out with any questions about how online therapy works or how to make your first appointment.
