Online Counseling: A Therapeutic Benefit Analysis

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One of the most obvious benefits of online counseling is accessibility. It isn't always feasible for people living in rural or remote areas to access counseling as there may not be any in close proximity. People who find it difficult to seek out help due to shyness and/or embarrassment may find it more palpable to access online counseling. Shut-ins, due to lack of mobility or a phobia would be more inclined towards an online option. From the text, it states that there is evidence supporting the therapeutic benefits of online services in treating some anxiety disorders, insomnia, aiding in quitting smoking, learning stress management techniques. Knowing this, I would expect that people who present with mild issues that can easily be identified