Online vs face-to-face therapy: choosing a format
The better format depends on privacy, access, personal preference and the kind of support needed. Neither format is automatically right for everyone.
The essential things to know
Online work can save travel and widen the choice of practitioners. In-person work may offer a dedicated room and fewer household interruptions; both require a trusted therapeutic relationship.
How to use this information
Ask the practitioner about privacy, emergency procedures and whether they consider your circumstances suitable for telehealth.
A useful next step
If you share a home, consider where you can speak privately without being overheard.
If you are unsure what kind of provider is most appropriate, a GP or a recognised professional register can be a useful independent starting point.
Taking the next step
If you would like to explore an appointment, you can send a contact-only enquiry. We ask only for the details needed to respond about a possible introduction. This does not book or confirm a clinical appointment.
For a diagnosis, urgent need or health concerns, start with your GP or an appropriate health service. If anyone is in immediate danger, call 000.
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