Online Therapy

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Dr. Ruglass is pleased to offer online therapy in the states of New York, New Jersey, Tennessee, and Florida. To learn more about Dr. Ruglass, click here.

What is online therapy? Online therapy or telemental health is defined as the delivery of psychological services (mental health counseling or therapy) through live video sessions.

What can I work on in online therapy?

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Low Self-Esteem
  • Alcohol and Substance Misuse
  • Relationship Difficulties
  • Work Stress
  • Life Adjustments/Transitions
Is Online or Video Therapy for Me?
  • Clients with busy work schedules may prefer the convenience of sessions in their offices/homes
  • Clients who travel frequently or for extended periods of time and want to maintain consistency with their appointments find online or video therapy helpful.
  • Clients in rural areas who are having difficulties finding a good therapist locally may want to expand their range of options for therapists by utilizing online or video therapy.
 Benefits of Video Thearpy
    • Greater Scheduling Flexibility
    • No Waiting or Travel time
    • Attend sessions in the comfort and convenience of your office or home
    • Sessions are private, confidential, and secure.

Multiple studies have  shown that online therapy or telemental health is as effective as in-office sessions for a variety of psychological concerns. Read the reviews here and here.

How do we get started?
Email Dr. Ruglass at dr.ruglass@gmail.com or call 917-407-3441 to schedule an initial phone consultation to learn more.  Dr. Ruglass utilizes VSEE, a secure, HIPAA compliant video platform that adheres to the higlest standards of encryption technology, to conduct online therapy and counseling sessions. Sessions are private, confidential, and secure. VSEE can be downloaded for free here: https://vsee.com.  Dr. Ruglass provides online or video therapy services only to individuals, age 18 and older, residing in the states of New York, New Jersey, Tennessee, and Florida.
Lesia M. Ruglass, Ph.D.Online Therapy