Online Therapy

does online therapy really work?

In a lot of ways, online (or ‘virtual’) therapy is no different from the therapy and support services Playful Therapy Connections offers in person. It allows us to take advantage of our growing access to technology in order to remain connected and access mental health services in a fresh way.

but isn’t it going to be weird?

Yes. And then, without you even realizing, virtual therapy sessions suddenly won’t be weird at all. You’ll be able to curl up in a comfortable spot with your favorite blanket, sip your coffee and enjoy your session.

It wouldn’t be unusual for you to feel even more relaxed, regulated and focused!

yeah, but how?

All you need is an internet-connected electronic square with audio and video capabilities. If it can reliably stream videos and take your picture, you’re set!

• Laptop? Yes.

• Tablet? Yes.

• iPhone? Yes.

• PC? Yes.

• Mac? Yes.

• Boombox? …no.

• Mirror of Erised? (…also no, but if you have one of these please let us know ASAP.)

After your free consult over either phone or video with our Client Coordinator Extraordinaire, you’ll be matched to an awesome therapist. Once you schedule, you’ll be emailed a link for your session using our secure telehealth platform.

Fill out some forms, get comfortable, click a link and you’re in!

There’s no way you can work with my kid online though, right?

It seems rude to start this off by telling you you’re wrong but… actually online therapy with children and teens is amazing. It looks surprisingly similar to the work they might do in a play therapy or ‘talk’ therapy environment.

Online therapy with younger children often invites more engagement from the caregiver in the room and allows access to more opportunities to provide parent coaching and support.

Learn more about our online therapy options for Maryland, Virginia and DC children, tweens, teens, young adults and parents below!