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| online therapy generally refers to the provision of
professional mental health services concerns via internet
communication technology. Also known as e-therapy, etherapy ,
e-counseling, online counseling, or online coaching, services
are typically offered via email, real-time chat, and video
conferencing. Some clients use online counseling in conjunction
with traditional psychotherapy, and others use it as an
occasional check-in tool for their lives. Clients typically seek
out online counseling services for the same reasons that people
seek professional help through traditional channels; however,
online counseling may be especially appealing for individuals
who are unable or unwilling to see a mental health professional
in person. For example, it is a potential resource for clients
who are home-bound (such as the elderly or infirm) or who reside
in rural areas far from a therapist's of