Your child is struggling. You want them to start therapy, but you’re not sure how to fit it in. Perhaps you live in Baltimore or near DC, and between work and school schedules you just don’t have time to sit in traffic to get to a therapy appointment. Or you live on the Eastern Shore and have fewer choices when it comes to mental health services. Maybe your child is simply more comfortable attending therapy from the comfort of their own home.
Online Therapy in Maryland may be the solution you’ve been looking for.
You want high quality, specialized therapy services for your child, but you also need therapy that fits with you and your child’s lifestyle. Our clinicians understand. Online therapy in Maryland at Thinking Tree Psychology may be the answer you have been looking for. Our caring and trained clinicians specialize in various areas of mental health, including anxiety, ADHD, and coping with chronic illness. Through the use of a secure video chat, we can offer you and your child effective mental health services from the comfort and convenience of your home.
Benefits of Online Therapy in Maryland
Online therapy can give your child the help they need.
Online therapy can bring once out-of-reach services to your home. Our clinicians have specialized training in techniques designed to help children cope with their unique stressors and situations. Using cognitive and behavior therapy (CBT) techniques, relaxation, mindfulness, and biofeedback, our clinicians can guide your child down the path of healing and healthy thinking. Your child will be paired with a provider who is the best fit for their needs.
Online therapy can save you time.
No more worries about leaving work early, conflicting school and activity schedules, or fighting rush hour traffic. Instead, your child can pull up our secure Telehealth platform on their computer or smartphone and start their therapy session from the comfort of their bedroom.
Online therapy is convenient.
Perhaps you live in an area of Maryland where few youth mental health services are available. Or time and money constraints make traveling to the office seem impossible. Maybe it feels like a struggle to bring your child to one more appointment. Online therapy can happen at a time and place that is most convenient for you and your child.
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Is Online Therapy in Maryland effective?
There is a growing body of research looking at the effectiveness of online therapy (also called Telehealth or Teletherapy). Researchers have reached the same conclusions our clinicians have found during sessions — online therapy can be as effective (and sometimes more effective) as face-to-face counseling, even for kids.
Video interventions work very well for most children. Several peer-reviewed studies have found that online therapy is effective in treating anxiety and depression, with mood improvements continuing once treatment is over. Researchers have also studied how kids respond to computer-based therapy. The great news? Online therapy with children can be helpful for both depression and anxiety. According to the study, online therapy may come naturally to kids since they already spend a lot of time interacting with others on their phones and devices.
Still not sure? We suggest scheduling an intake and trying at least one video session with your child to see how it goes. You may be surprised how well your child takes to it. Many children, teens, and young adults find they feel more comfortable chatting with their provider from home. Even small children can stay engaged and have fun!
Tips for your first online therapy session
Find a quiet, private space. Ideally in a room with a door that closes.
Make sure you have a good internet connection. High-speed internet is best.
Have paper, pencils, and markers available to use in the session.
Young children may enjoy sharing their favorite toys with their clinician.
Set up your monitor/camera a couple of feet away from your face to make it easier for your clinician to see you.
You will be given instructions for connecting to our secure online therapy platform. Be sure to read through the instructions before your appointment. If needed, your clinician can walk you through how to attend the session.
Begin Online Therapy in Maryland with Thinking Tree Psychology
Your child does not have to struggle. Online Therapy with Thinking Tree Psychology can help your child reach their full potential! To start your online therapy journey, follow these simple steps:
Meet online with one of our caring clinicians
Start helping your child thrive
Let us help your child reach their full potential.
Other Services Offered at Thinking Tree Psychology
Online Therapy isn’t the only service we offer at our Severna Park therapy practice. Other mental health services provided by Thinking Tree Psychology include family therapy, therapy for anxiety, therapy for young adults, therapy for chronic illness, nature-informed therapy, and psychoeducational testing. At this time, we are also offering telehealth psychology services as a convenient, safe way to attend therapy. Please visit our therapy overview page to learn more about additional therapy services. For answers to other questions you have, please visit our FAQ page.