Folks with depression who got therapy via text or voice messages fared just as well as those who got weekly video-based telemedicine sessions with a therapist, a new trial has found.
The findings “suggest that psychotherapy delivered via text messages may be a viable alternative to face-to-face or videoconferencing delivery and may allow for more immediate on-demand care,” in a time when it’s often tough for people to access mental health care, the study authors wrote.
I’ve always hoped to be able to utilise this kinda model. If anything it would bolster my confidence and build rapport… so I would feel more comfortable going in person. Thanks for posting this.