As the novel coronavirus continues to spread across the world and the number of reported cases of the disease is increasing, anxiety associated with the Covid-19 epidemic is also rising. People who already suffer from anxiety and related issues are more vulnerable to experiencing difficult times during the coronavirus crisis. As much as I want to tell you there's a sure way of getting rid of the discomfort altogether, I can't. But what I can tell you is that in many ways there is hope and there are ways to cope.
Are you considering starting, or switching to online telehealth therapy? In the face of the social distancing measures required in our current COVID-19 crisis, many in-person psychotherapies are moving online out of necessity. The internet has opened up new options for mental health treatment, but there are some pros and cons you should consider before you decide if telehealth is right for you.
Healthy boundaries can be challenging to navigate, but setting and communicating them is important for your health and wellbeing. They create a clear framework that tells others how to treat you and sets mutually respectful expectations about how your relationship works.
