Telehealth therapy sessions became available during the COVID pandemic when we were isolated in our homes and still needed the counsel of a trusted social worker, psychologist, or counselor.
As COVID restrictions were lifted, several clients returned to the office, but many found the convenience of logging in at home without commuting to an office was ideal for themselves. The term “hybrid” practice became popular.
Telehealth sessions are significantly different from Zoom conferences with several participants. Typically, there are just two or three people attending a telehealth session: the counselor, the client, and the partner/spouse for couples’ sessions. Therefore, the screens allow for the participants to see facial expressions similar to in-person conversations.
With my relocation to Virginia in 2025, several clients based in Fort Lauderdale usually seen at the office opted to remain with FTLCFIT by telehealth for continuity of care. Doug Nelson, LMHC, LPC is authorized to work with clients based in Florida and Virginia via telehealth. FTLCFIT typically focuses on adults seeking individual or couples’ therapy who reside in Broward and Miami-Dade counties in Florida or reside in Fairfax and Arlington counties in Virginia because of familiarity with local resources. If you are not located in one of those counties, you are welcome to speak with me about collaborating via telehealth to ensure that I can provide quality care for your needs.
