How effective is teletherapy? Diving deep into online psychotherapy with Katie Aafjes-van Doorn

Psychotherapy and Applied Psychology: Conversations with research experts about mental health and psychotherapy for those interested in research, practice, and training

In this conversation, Dan talks with Dr. Katie Aafjes van Doorn about the effectiveness of teletherapy.
Katie shares her perspective on teletherapy and its benefits, as well as the differences between phone and video therapy. They also explore the importance of the therapeutic presence in teletherapy and its potential impact on treatment outcomes. This conversation explores the challenges and benefits of teletherapy, focusing on the concepts of presence, therapeutic alliance, and the real relationship. Additionally, they cover topics such as the impact of teletherapy on therapeutic presence, the informal and conversational nature of teletherapy, the challenges of therapist disclosure, and the lack of boundaries in the therapeutic relationship. In the conversation they also discuss the potential benefits and drawbacks of teletherapy, the need for hybrid treatment approaches, and the impact of teletherapy on therapist fatigue. Additionally, the importance of training in teletherapy skills and the facilitation of interpersonal connection in teletherapy are explored. This conversation explores the challenges and opportunities of teletherapy, focusing on alliance ruptures, therapeutic skills, technical challenges, adapting approaches, training, client considerations, technical quality, pros and cons, effectiveness, attachment styles, and the importance of flexibility and individualized approaches.

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