Making the decision to see a therapist is not easy, and it may be more difficult when the sessions don’t align with the idea of traditional in-person therapy you have in mind.
Although there are non-verbal cues that may be missed when you are not in the room with your therapist, virtual therapy is a great alternative that can still offer a meaningful and intimate experience.
Read on to learn some tips on how to make the most of your virtual therapy experience:
Virtual therapy is definitely a learning curve, so it’s important that you communicate what works or doesn’t work with your therapist. They may be able to offer you personal advice that isn’t outlined here. A good therapist’s goal is to accommodate your needs and provide a safe space so you can focus on what really matters during the session - your treatment!
To get started with therapy, we suggest these initial steps:
Learn about our team and pick a therapist you feel is a good fit for your needs
Complete an initial assessment to help determine your wellness goals (no matter how specific or general they are)
After your initial assessment, you will begin meeting with your therapist. Sessions are typically weekly or biweekly, however depending on each client and needs, the frequency can change over time.
At Wellnest, our therapists offer several therapeutic models, including:
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Mindfulness-based therapies
Trauma informed care
Somatic therapy
Therapy is not a one size fits all treatment, so it will look and feel different to each client.
Your treatment can be adjusted as you progress through your sessions and learn what does or doesn’t work for you. If a modality or approach doesn’t feel right, it’s important to communicate with your therapist so you can learn how to work on it together.
Remember, therapy doesn’t always feel good, especially when you’re first starting out. During therapy, you may be unpacking some deep-seeded memories and emotions that haven’t been addressed for a long time, if ever. This can make you feel tired or a bit depleted once you’re done with the session. Self care after therapy is important, and we’re here to help with that too.
Keep in mind that therapy is a long-term treatment, and you are allowed to take your time to figure out what kind of support you need before, during, and after your sessions.
We believe that your complexities should be taken into consideration during therapy. A great way to do this is to have therapists that reflect your unique identity and can relate to the factors that have impacted your mental health.
Over the past few years, we have put together a racially diverse team of over 40 mental health professionals who can deliver a range of services that are anti-oppressive, anti-racist, feminist, trauma-informed, and LGBTQ+ aligned.
Our therapists are also able to provide support that is religiously, culturally, and linguistically appropriate. In fact, we offer services in English and 15 other languages:
If you have any other questions, check out our FAQ page.
You can also reach out to us at info@wellnest.ca or call/text us at 437-333-WELL(9355).
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