Online Counselling for Ocean Reef
Laura Pope Springboard Perth Counselling Service
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Ocean Reef, WA 6027
Laura is a registered Medicare provider with over 20 years’ experience working in a professional capacity with children, adults, couples and families in various mental health, disability, and educational settings. Laura is passionate about supporting the quality of therapists and continues to enjoy her additional role as a supervisor for qualified practitioners/students. Laura adopts an eclectic approach to counselling incorporating many contemporary models, which include Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Family & Couples Therapy, Solution-focused and EMDR to address areas of concern and difficulty.
Laura is a registered Medicare provider with over 20 years’ experience working in a professional capacity with children, adults, couples and families in various mental health, disability, and educational settings. Laura is passionate about supporting the quality of therapists and continues to enjoy her additional role as a supervisor for qualified practitioners/students. Laura adopts an eclectic approach to counselling incorporating many contemporary models, which include Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Family & Couples Therapy, Solution-focused and EMDR to address areas of concern and difficulty.
Christine is a clinical psychologist with 30 years experience and has worked across a number of different settings including family Court, Health Department, and private practice. She works with adults, adolescents and parent child difficulties. Christine provides a warm non -judgemental approach with clients. She creates a safe space for clients to identify areas of concern and together they develop goals for the sessions. Christine works with adults, adolescents and parent child difficulties. Christine combines a number of approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Family dynamics, Mindfulness, trauma based therapy
Christine is a clinical psychologist with 30 years experience and has worked across a number of different settings including family Court, Health Department, and private practice. She works with adults, adolescents and parent child difficulties. Christine provides a warm non -judgemental approach with clients. She creates a safe space for clients to identify areas of concern and together they develop goals for the sessions. Christine works with adults, adolescents and parent child difficulties. Christine combines a number of approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Family dynamics, Mindfulness, trauma based therapy
Are you feeling overwhelmed by trauma, stress, or change in your life? Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, or low self-esteem? Do you want to improve your relationship with your partner, family, or children? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are not alone. Many people face challenges and difficulties that affect their emotional well-being.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by trauma, stress, or change in your life? Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, or low self-esteem? Do you want to improve your relationship with your partner, family, or children? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are not alone. Many people face challenges and difficulties that affect their emotional well-being.
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Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialised therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.