Virtual therapy — Tara Nicotra Clemente, MSW, LICSW

Therapy from the comfort of wherever you are

Online therapy throughout Arizona, Massachusetts and Ohio.

We call it a lot of different things, but the idea is simple: therapy from the comfort of wherever you are

Benefits to virtual/ online therapy in Arizona, Massachusetts and Ohio

Find the right therapist for you, regardless of location- With online therapy, your search for a therapist is not limited to your specific geographical area. Instead, you can focus all of your efforts on finding the therapist who you feel is the right fit.
Enjoy the flexibility of scheduling without needing to factor in commute time- You’re busy and it’s challenging to find extra time in your schedule. With online therapy, you don’t need to factor in the time it takes to get to and from a therapy office, freeing up time for you to relax and enjoy the things that are important to you.
Access therapy during your work day: You may be able to do your therapy during a lunch or other break during your day so that you can focus on other things at home.
Accessibility for disability, illness, or chronic pain- You can eliminate a commute that might add stress to your already-taxed nervous system, not have to worry about spreading illness and have easy access to all of the things you need to manage your condition.
Enjoy the comfort of your home- With virtual therapy, you can cozy up in your comfy clothes, with your own pillows, blankets, fidgets/ sensory items that help you feel grounded and safe. You might also have a companion animal who brings you comfort and would like to hold during our sessions.

Yes! Multiple research studies confirm that virtual therapy leads to equivalent or better outcomes than in-person therapy. Clients often enjoy the convenience and comfort of accessing therapy from home. Virtual therapy is not for everyone, however. If you have an active substance abuse addiction or a more complex mental health condition, more intensive in-person treatment may be recommended.
I conduct virtual sessions in a private, and secure space. I use a fully HIPAA-compliant tele-health platform, which means the software I use meets the strict legal standards set by the U.S. government to protect sensitive patient health data from being leaked, stolen, or seen by anyone unauthorized. That said, with anything at all that is done online, there is a small level of risk.
You will need access to a phone, computer, ipad/ tablet that has audio and video capabilities, as well as a reliable internet connection for tele-health sessions. It is also very important that you a secure and private location to ensure that you are comfortable and safe.