About Online Counselling
Online counselling for addiction is a wonderful method of treatment for almost any type of substance abuse. While some people will choose a regime of medication or medication and therapy, experts suggest that counselling, group and individual, as well as other behavioural therapies are the most effective methods of treatment. Although a majority of counselling will take place in a treatment facility or office, some patients will choose online counselling sessions.
In recent years, online counselling for addiction has gained a lot of popularity. In certain circumstances, it can be beneficial. Although traditional face to face addiction counselling sessions are an option that many patients utilise, online counselling acts as an alternative avenue for treatment.
Benefits of Online Addiction Counselling
Below are some of the benefits of online addiction counselling. It must be said that there is no single treatment that will be appropriate for everyone. If a treatment has not worked for you, it could be that online counselling will be more successful. In the event that online counselling or outpatient treatment is not effective, consider an inpatient rehab programme for addiction, such as Siam Rehab.
Immediate Access to Treatment
If you are going to an online rehab programme, you will have immediate access to various tools to help you with your recovery. Your online counselling sessions for addiction will be scheduled at a time that is convenient for you. Should you be using a service for your counselling, you may be able to access the sessions 24 hours a day. In either case, this access can benefit anyone who may need to get through a difficult time, and regular treatment is not an option.
Anonymity
Some people will have concerns about making their addiction public. Although there is no shame in suffering from an addiction, there are men and women who are simply not ready to let others know about what is going on. For them, online counselling might offer a sense of anonymity. There are various online counselling and group chat options that will let you participate without ever showing your face. This degree of anonymity, also experienced in online AA and NA groups can also take some of the fear away from getting treatment.
Offers Many Benefits
When anyone opts to attend online counselling for addiction, they will benefit from many of the same things that are available through face to face counselling sessions. Not only do these sessions focus on reducing or stopping substance abuse, they will also address:
- Underlying issues
- Family or relationship problems
- Employment status
- Legal problems
- The content of a recovery plan
- Goals and objectives
- Behavioural patterns
- Developing healthy habits
- + More
The more sessions attended, and with the same counsellor, the more likely these issues and others can be discussed. More than likely, many of these issues are intertwined with their addiction.
Availability
For anyone who cannot leave their homes because of a disability, government lockdown (i.e. coronavirus), or other issues, online counselling is an ideal method of treatment. It is equally beneficial for those who may be in rural or remote areas and are unable to access a healthcare centre on a regular basis.
Flexibility
For those who may be managing a career, school, or a family, going to an inpatient rehab at this time may not be practical – even though it is the best method of treatment. Online counselling for addiction is flexible and a good alternative for those with a very limited schedule.
Teens and Online Counselling
According to the National Institute for Drug Abuse, at least 35 percent of 12th graders have smoked marijuana within the last year. Another 6.8 percent abused Adderall and 4.8 % abused Vicodin. For concerned parents who believe their teen is abusing drugs, but perhaps is not addicted, online counselling may be beneficial. Most teens are more comfortable with the internet. These sessions may act as a place of security, anonymity, and comfort.
No Time Limit
There is no time limit as to how many sessions a person can attend. With online counselling for addiction, a person can attend the sessions as long as they need. Many people who have been to a rehab in Thailand, or elsewhere, will choose to use online counselling as a supplemental treatment method.
Conclusion
Online addiction counselling can be very beneficial to certain men, women, and teens. If the aforementioned benefits appeal to you, search for an online addiction counsellor. Or, you can reach out to Siam Rehab. We have created an innovative online rehab programme that includes individual counselling, daily group sessions, and more. All of this is online, done in the privacy of your own home, and offers an enormous amount of benefits. To learn more about Siam Rehab and our online counselling sessions and rehab programme. call us now.
