Online therapy, or telehealth, is a convenient way to get your mental health needs met by meeting with one of our therapists via video from the comfort of your own home (or whatever confidential place you may be!). It might sound totally ridiculous to consider talking with a therapist online. But, if you’re skeptical about trying online counseling in Minnesota, we would love for you to read more!
Many clients want the specialized services we offer but live further away in Minnesota in St Cloud, Rochester, or Woodbury. Or maybe they have a college student that wants to do therapy from their dorm room in Mankato or Duluth. Online therapy also known as telehealth, online counseling, video therapy, etc is the future of therapy Many clients find this a preferred way of engaging in therapeutic services.
Our therapists at Radiant Living Therapy are comfortable and confident to provide a variety of services online for your convenience.
How does online counseling work?
Online therapy is simple and effective. In order to connect with your therapist for online therapy anywhere in Minnesota you will need:
- A private and comfortable place to meet – which can really be anywhere. Our clients meet from their home, office, or even parked in their car if that’s the only way you can get privacy. Do what works best for you
- Reliable internet and ability to connect to your therapist via video and audio. Any smartphone or tablet will be able to do this as well as many laptops and PCs.
Does Telehealth Actually Work?
The growing body of research suggests that online therapy does work as well as in person therapy as long as the individual is a good fit for it. There are also reasons online therapy might be even better than in person therapy:
- You live in a rural area with not many therapists around and want a highly trained and experienced therapist
- Driving in traffic to therapy sessions stresses you out more than the stress that is bringing you to therapy
- You get to do it at a time that is convenient for you
- We get to see a glimpse of how you live your life which will give us insight into the stressors you are coming to therapy with and how to better help you
- You might be a stay at home parent who can only meet in a small window of time when kids are napping
- You want the privacy of not having to worry about running into someone you know in the waiting room
Specialized Online Therapy Services in Minnesota
Online Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
Have you been referred by a physician or therapist to do DBT but not sure you can find the time to do it? DBT is a very effective treatment model but is also time-consuming. We offer online DBT services so that you can get the treatment you need with the convenience of meeting online when it works best for you. This is a way to still get group support in the comfort of your home or office. We offer online DBT during the day and in the evenings.
Online Therapy for Teens
Are you having a hard time convincing your teenager to come to therapy? What if you told them they could meet with one of our experienced teen therapists from the comfort of their bedroom? For most teens, their bedroom is the comfort zone and sanctuary, and we find that they love having therapy in this relaxed and safe atmosphere makes them more likely to enjoy and get things out of their therapy sessions.
Online Couples Therapy
We find couples love the convenience of online couple therapy. With busy schedules, it can be hard to find a time that works for one of you to come to therapy let alone a time that works for both of you. If you have kids this makes it even harder because you have to find someone to watch them. If this sounds like you online couples therapy is your solution!
Online Therapy FAQs
“Will it feel “weird” to meet with someone online?”
Most of our clients find online therapy surprisingly comfortable. They can meet from a place they already feel relaxed which can sometimes be better than coming to the office. We also find that clients feel just as connected with their therapist meeting online.
“Can I meet with you when traveling for work?”
You can meet with one of our therapists wherever is most convenient for you – including when traveling for work. Due to licensing restrictions, however, you have to be located in the state of Minnesota.
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Ready to start online therapy in Minnesota? Let us help.
Beginning online counseling in Minnesota with therapists from our Plymouth, MN counseling office is simple and worry-free. Our skilled therapists care and are ready to help you now. Let go of your fears and engage in an empowering and honest way. Begin telehealth or online therapy with these simple steps:
- Schedule a free consultation
- Meet with a caring member of our therapy team
- Begin your journey to a happier, healthier life from the comfort of home.
Other Counseling Services at Radiant Living Therapy
Our problems have many layers. We know these issues are complex so, at our Plymouth, MN counseling office, our professional therapists offer a variety of options for supporting your mental health needs. Our counseling services include individual counseling for anxiety or depression therapy, counseling for teens, marriage counseling and couples therapy, EMDR for trauma therapy, counseling for men, therapy for infertility and more. Most of these services can also be offered online. Let us help you live your best life, starting with online therapy.
If you are a helping professional looking for help, or a therapist needing supervision or consultation services, we can help you, too. No matter the need, our therapists look forward to connecting with you!