Author(s)

Huiyuan Chen

Corresponding Author

Huiyuan Chen

Abstract

With the advent of the digital age, mental health services are facing unprecedented challenges and opportunities. This study aims to delve into the reasons for the rise of online psychotherapy and the differences between online psychotherapy and traditional psychotherapy. Through comparative analysis methodology, we will focus on differences in treatment options, participants, and data analysis, aiming to comprehensively analyze the evolution of this mental health service. Challengingly dissects the geographical and sociocultural barriers to traditional psychotherapy while revealing opportunities for increased accessibility and technological innovation in online psychotherapy. This study not only provides interpretation of the results of the comparative analysis but also provides recommendations for future research and practice to better adapt to the mental health needs of this new era.

Keywords

Online psychotherapy; Traditional psychotherapy; Challenge and give