Let’s face it, the entire world has changed. We don’t know for how long, and if we’ll ever be back to what we used to call “normal” again. During this COVID 19 pandemic, these big changes have been a shock to the emotional system. Grief, sadness, anxiety, depression, fear, and panic are just some of the symptoms many of us are experiencing. Now, and for some, more than ever. Some of us have sick family members or friends or have lost loved ones. Some of us have lost income and work, or are struggling to support a spouse or kids who have suffered losses due to the virus.
Online therapy is not new, and it’s not new to our practice.
Online therapy works. And, it works well.
- This article refers to a study showing that online therapy was as effective as in-person for treating depression. Researchers were using CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
- The magazine, Vice, did a nice write up of the pros and cons of online therapy here:
Pros and Cons of In-Person Therapy vs. Online Therapy in New Jersey

With video therapy, I can see my clients close-up. In ways I’ve never seen them before in the office. Their facial expressions and body language are sometimes easier to see and read on-screen.
What kinds of Online Therapy do we offer for New Jersey?
For individual adults who need help:
Online Couples Counseling
Common Questions About Online Therapy in New Jersey:
I know you still have questions. That’s normal. Here are some of the most common questions I get about doing video therapy. Take a look, and then let’s talk about your specific concerns.
Let’s talk about it. If you’re not set up for the video part of video therapy to work, and would rather talk on the phone. That’s cool. I like video better and I think it’s a stronger connection, but we’re all being flexible nowadays.
While it’s probably better if you’re in a private space if you use headphones and/or earbuds anyone in earshot will only hear you and not me. For couples, it may make sense to dial into the video conference from separate computers or phones.
Right now, as far as I know, I can only do telehealth, online counseling, and video therapy with New Jersey residents. But, that may be changing with the times. Stay tuned.
While in-person would seem to be the better choice, I’m actually finding that some clients seem to open up more on video than in person. There is an intimacy with being invited into someones home, even via video, that can’t be achieved in person. For some people that’s a little creepy, but for others it works great. At this point it’s worth a try.
You don’t need to do this alone. Help is available.
Start Online Therapy in New Jersey
Starting online counseling at my New Jersey mental health clinic is simple. You are already doing the hard part by doing the research. Now, let’s get you started.
- Click here to schedule your first online therapy appointment.
- Meet with an empathetic, professional online therapist in New Jersey who gets it.
- Begin to feel better about your life, and your future, from the comfort of your home.
Other Services at Mountainside Counseling Center
Here in Mountainside, NJ, we know that you are not a one-dimensional human. That’s why we treat your mental health needs in a comprehensive, individualized way. In addition to online counseling, we provide a range of mindfulness-based therapy services for individuals and couples. One of our specialties is serving individuals recovering from addiction and the family members and loved ones who are supporting them. We also have a blog, regularly updated with relevant information for your life. We look forward to meeting you, soon.