secure and safe virtual psychotherapy
WEB-BASED VIDEOCONFERENCE PSYCHOTHERAPY
We use a secure telemedicine platform that is integrated with our practice management system - OWL - to provide online/virtual psychotherapy services. OWL is used and trusted by many Canadian mental health professionals. OWL is an easy to use secure web-based platform that clients can access via any device using a web browser and wifi/internet connection. We do not send links for each appointment, rather each client logs into their account through our client portal at the time of their session and joins the session from the portal.
Client Portal: https://oab.owlpractice.ca/switzercounselling
Please let our office staff know if you have questions about online counselling and psychotherapy and our efforts to support you during the COVID-19 crisis. See our Privacy & Confidentiality Policy page for more information about our web-based videoconferencing telehealth platform and our commitment to secure and safe practice.
benefits of online psychotherapy & counselling
Clients have found online counselling beneficial for many reasons, including:
- eliminating commute time & scheduling hassles
- ability to continue receiving care and support when unable to attend in-person sessions
- ability to log on from any location with internet
- ability to log into sessions using multiple devices options
- being able to be in the comfort of your own home
- not needing to cancel sessions if symptomatic and/or ill
- access available for disability populations or those with severe social anxiety or other limitations, and,
- primarily, keeping themselves, therapists, office staff, and all of our families safe from the spread of COVID-19
Virtual psychotherapy may not be the best method for some individuals who seek psychotherapy. Please contact our office to discuss your needs.