Healing gets to happen in the comfort of your own space. Make sure your Wifi and coffee are strong - lets get into it.

It’s crazy to think that only a few years ago, virtual therapy was something not many therapists utilized. But there are definite benefits of the convenience of virtual therapy.

Get the mental health care you need from anywhere in California or Arizona.

Benefits of Virtual Therapy in San Diego

Increased safety of online therapy in San Diego

If you have a busy life with a job or family, are immunocompromised, pregnant, or have a baby or elder loved one who can't afford to get ill, tele-therapy provides a safer option for you and your family than meeting for in-person therapy.

Accessibility of online therapy throughout California

Rural areas in California and Arizona don't have as many licensed mental health professionals, making it more difficult to find someone who specializes in your particular issue. Seeing a therapist virtually allows you to find the best therapist in California or Arizona versus choosing someone within driving distance.

Flexibility and convenience of online sessions

Let's face it. Traffic sucks. Meeting your therapist virtually means less time and frustration spent driving and parking, and more time spent on things that improve your mental health. You can also take sessions anywhere in California and Arizona meaning that you don't have to skip therapy when traveling within the state.

Here’s what you can expect with Virtual Therapy throughout California and Arizona

Make sure your internet connection is stable

Having a strong WiFi connection on both ends will help with our connection. It will mean that I can catch every word and every facial expression to give you the best therapy experience possible.

Good lighting is key

Be sure to situate yourself so that the lighting is on your face and not behind you. Lighting is an important consideration on my end, too, so rest assured that you'll be able to see me. The better we can see each other, the more emotionally supported you'll feel.

Create a distraction-free zone

If you have kiddos, see if you can arrange childcare so they aren't interrupting your "me" time. Put your phone (and computer!) on "do not disturb" mode so that you don't get any annoying dings during your aha moments. Give yourself a few minutes of grace period before and after your session so you don't feel rushed or stressed.

 Answering Q’s you may have about Virtual Therapy

  • Deciding between online therapy and in-person therapy is a highly personal decision that only you can make. Here are a couple of factors to consider:

    1. If you enjoy meeting with friends and colleagues online via platforms like Zoom, then meeting a therapist via video may seem completely natural to you. But if you prefer and crave in-person interaction, then face-to-face therapy will probably be a better fit.

    2. If you have a very busy schedule or young children, meeting online can provide in-office therapy more convenient and flexible scheduling options. Whereas if you have a more free schedule and don't mind driving, then in-office therapy may be the best option for you.

    We can discuss all of this and more in the consultation call to help you make the best decision for you.

  • I know it may seem as though virtual therapy is accessible from anywhere in the world, but it's actually not. Here's why. Therapists are licensed within individual states and therapy is considered be occurring where the client is located at the time of the session. Julia is licensed in California and Arizona and therefore can only provide therapy to clients currently residing in California or Arizona. Similarly, she can see a coupe or family that reside in two different locations.

    Sanam and Nathan are only licensed in California and therefore can only see clients who reside in California.

  • Yes! That is the beauty of virtual therapy. You don’t have to be located in the same city as the therapist you’re working with, Just the same state as the therapist is licensed in.

  • Of course! Clients can utilize both depending on their need or issue they’re working through. An added benefit of virtual therapy is being able to still meet if you’re sick and want to maintain your session.

Finding the right virtual therapist in San Diego

The top predictor of positive outcomes in therapy is the relationship between you and your therapist.

The easiest way to find the best fit is to speak with a few different therapists over the phone and see who you click with the most.​

This is why I provide every potential client with a free no pressure 15-minute phone consultation to determine a good fit for your needs.