We're all spending a lot more time inside, away from friends, IRL classes, favorite restaurants, and all the joys that used to make up everyday life. Naturally, medical experts have brought up concerns for mental health, and college students are talking about it too. Nearly half of Americans reported experiencing negative mental health following the outbreak of COVID-19, as reported in a survey conducted by the Kaiser Family Foundation earlier this month.
Social distancing has made it harder to seek therapy, because face-to-face sessions are on pause right now. Despite the avoidance of close contact imposing this challenge, professionals and patients alike are trying to make the transition to virtual therapy. But how does "virtual therapy" even work if it's something you want to get started with? Below is everything you need to know about the online service.