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GTTC S2 E4 Virtual Therapy, Limitations and Considerations

Season 2 Episode 4

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Is virtual therapy truly expanding access to care—or are we overlooking who it may not serve well? In this episode of Getting to the Couch, we take an honest look at the promise and the pitfalls of telehealth. From convenience and accessibility to privacy concerns, tech disruptions, and clinical fit, we explore how virtual therapy can be transformative for some clients—and deeply frustrating or ineffective for others.

We unpack the critical question: When is virtual therapy the right tool—and when is it not? If you’re a therapist navigating clinical decisions, or a client wondering whether online therapy can truly meet your needs, this conversation will challenge assumptions and offer practical insight. Tune in for a thoughtful, nuanced discussion about making therapy fit the person—not just the platform.

Referances:

 Fair Health. (2025, July 17). Telehealth trends from January to March 2025. FAIR Health. https://www.fairhealth.org/article/telehealth-trends-from-january-to-march-2025

 Fleddermann, K., Chwastiak, L., Fortier, A., Gotham, H., Murphy, A., Navarro, R., & Tapscott, S. (2024). Levels of telehealth use, perceived usefulness, and ease of use in behavioral healthcare organizations after the COVID-19 pandemic. PMC. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11685243/

 American Telemedicine Association. (2025, November 18). Telemedicine and e-Health. Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. https://www.liebertpub.com/toc/tmj/current

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