Psychotherapy is a process by which an individual enters into a collaborative project of work on the disruptive and intrusive patterns of thinking which may be inhibiting or preventing fulfillment and happiness in their lives.  By maintaining an alliance with a therapist, trained in cognitive processes and in dealing effectively with emotional states, the two work together to find solutions and reconstruct some of the unwanted patterns of thinking and behavior into more healthy ways of coping with the world.

There are many variations in the types of treatment which can aid in this process. Studies have determined that different types of therapeutic approaches are equally effective.  The professional relationship which develops through the process of therapy can significantly effect successful outcomes.  It is important that you feel comfortable and that you trust the person you have chosen to assist you.   

As the therapist and client begin to work together, they are at first strangers. As the relationship begins to form, the alliance becomes stronger, and bonds of trust begin to form. Through this atmosphere of trust and mutual respect, it becomes safer to open up to past painful experiences which may have significantly altered thinking, emotional expression, behavior patterns and attitudes about safety and security.

There are many experiences we have, particularly while growing up, which were processed with the thinking of a child. With negative or traumatic experiences, there are associated emotions which may have been carried throughout one's life, but with no meaning or understanding about why they were present.

Psychotherapy is an opportunity to stop and take stock, to look at how we were influenced by the past, and to develop coping skills to have more control over life in the future. The process offers the opportunity to begin to feel differently about life by the analysis of learning why we are who we are. An anticipated outcome of therapy might be a new outlook and appreciation of who you are and what you are capable of, after learning more about your worth.

e-Therapy is another way to carry out the exchanges of communication which are present in traditional therapy, by writing, rather than speaking our thoughts. Some therapists say this is not possible, but rapidly we are all learning that medical and mental health services are adapting readily to the ease of access of the web, the valued privacy it affords, and the way in which web communication can fit into everyone's busy schedule.

e-Therapy is a new way to communicate with one another, and just as the telephone seemed odd many years ago, it does take some getting use to. But after a little practice the keyboard no longer interferes with the process of therapy. The costs are lower and the results can be equally as effective. This is being demonstrated with thousands of individuals returning, after finding value in the help they have received through e-therapy.
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Therapy Chats are Sessions in real-time, with the therapist and client, typing back and forth, discussing issues, as they would in face to face meetings. While some people prefer the private Chat, others might prefer the solitude and timing of e-Therapy more.  Chat time can be combined with e-Therapy, and can be used for times when you want immediate feedback. You are able to ask and receive information at one meeting, rather than having to wait.

A Therapy Chat can be scheduled after one session of e-Therapy.  It is important that the therapist has had time to read your questionnaire, and for you to receive information about the therapist's background before beginning. 

How do we meet to have a TherapyChat? There are several ways you can meet with your therapist. Depending on your computer system, we can use: AOL, Yahoo, MSN, Instant Messenger or HumanClick  or we would be happy to explore other communication services if you have another preference. Your therapist will meet you at the appointed time, by locating you at the pre-arranged meeting place.  Just as with the e-Therapy, the time is prepaid through the charge link on this site.   More information is on the "Returning Client" Page: ClickHere