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Teletherapy in California

Teletherapy, or online counseling, is now a common & accepted way to receive mental health services (Thanks, Pandemic!)

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Why Teletherapy in California?

You want to start therapy, but it’s not as easy as it sounds.  Perhaps you live in Los Angeles (where I live) and you just don’t want to deal with traffic. Maybe your “ideal” therapist is on one side of town and you’re on the other; all Angelenos know this struggle!  Or it feels like there aren’t enough providers to choose from in your area. Maybe you’d just prefer doing counseling from the comfort of your own home, or you’d like to fit it in during your workday instead of carving out all that extra time for travel. 

If you have working internet or a phone, teletherapy is a way to cut cost and time while still getting the help you need. I offer teletherapy sessions by video or phone, which enables me to help people all over California, and makes me accessible to you even if you’re not in my city. We can accomplish everything in an online counseling session that we would in person. If you feel like teletherapy is right for you, contact me now.

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Teletherapy for Depression

I am currently offering teletherapy sessions for depression. The depression spiral can be debilitating: you don’t feel like doing anything, so you don’t. Then you feel more depressed, so you do less. You then get even more depressed, and want to do even less, and on and on. Driving to therapy might feel like one. more. thing. you can’t deal with right now. Thankfully, help is available. Reach out now.

Teletherapy for Teens

Therapy for teens online is natural fit for our tech-savvy youth. They’ve already got the mic, tri-pod and ring light all set up! If you’ve googled “teen therapist near me” for your teen, and haven’t found what you’re looking for, consider teletherapy. I’m here to support both you and your teen. Let’s chat.

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How Online Therapy Works

After we schedule a session, you will receive information about how to connect for online therapy. Sessions can take place by video or phone, depending on what works best for you. You will need a private space, a reliable internet connection or phone service, and enough time to speak openly without interruption.

The heart of therapy remains the same: a supportive relationship, honest conversation and space to better understand yourself.

FAQS

  • Yes. Julia Beecher-Flad, LMFT, offers teletherapy by video or phone for clients located throughout California.

  • Online therapy can be as supportive and effective for many clients. The right fit depends on your needs, privacy, comfort with technology and the type of support you are seeking.

  • You will need a private space, a reliable internet connection or phone service, and a device you can use for video or phone sessions.

  • Yes. Julia offers online therapy for teens and young adults in California. Teletherapy can feel natural for many teens who are already comfortable connecting online.

  • Yes. Julia offers teletherapy sessions by video or phone for clients throughout California.

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Who Online Therapy Can Support

Online therapy can be a good fit for teens, young adults, adults and parents who want support with depression, ADHD, trauma, parenting stress, relationship challenges, life transitions or emotional overwhelm.

Teletherapy Makes Healing More Convenient

Teletherapy can be helpful when leaving home to enter an unfamiliar place feels hard, your schedule is full or you want access to a therapist who better matches your needs, even if they are not located in your city.

Teletherapy Benefits

✔ Attend therapy from a private, comfortable space

✔ Avoid commute time and Los Angeles traffic

✔ Fit sessions more easily into your day

✔ Access care even if the right therapist is not nearby

✔ Choose video or phone sessions, depending on your needs

✔ Receive support from anywhere in California

You Don’t Have To Figure This Out on Your Own

I’d be honored to hear your story and help you explore whether therapy together feels like the right fit. Schedule a free consultation to connect and take the next step when you’re ready.