{"id":20,"date":"2023-03-03T11:59:39","date_gmt":"2023-03-03T11:59:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/oxfordhealth.nhs.uk\/talking-therapies-oxon\/?page_id=19"},"modified":"2023-04-14T11:57:26","modified_gmt":"2023-04-14T10:57:26","slug":"online","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/oxfordhealth.nhs.uk\/bucks-talking-therapies\/help\/online\/","title":{"rendered":"Digital support"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Digital consultations<\/h2>\n<h3>What is a digital consultation?<\/h3>\n<p>A digital consultation is just like a face to face appointment. \u00a0You have a set appointment time with your therapist but the meeting takes place via your screen rather than in the clinic.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ohft-box gray\">\n<p>View our information guide to help you join your digital session:<\/p>\n<div class=\"nhsuk-action-link\"><a class=\"nhsuk-action-link__link\" href=\"https:\/\/oxfordhealth.nhs.uk\/bucks-talking-therapies\/help\/digital\/your-digital-consultation\/\" target=\"self\"><span class=\"nhsuk-action-link__text\">Your digital consultation<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Research shows that treatment online can be as effective as in person, with the added benefits of:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Quick access<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 with some options there are much shorter waiting times for therapy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Convenience<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 no need to travel to appointments. Get support from the comfort of your own home \u2013 or anywhere else you prefer.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ease of use<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Digital consultations are simple to access and interactive, with lots of support for those concerned about their computer skills.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Confidential \u2013<\/strong>\u00a0we use a private secure platform so your \u00a0confidentiality is ensured<\/li>\n<li><strong>Covid secure<\/strong>\u00a0Social distancing \u00a0is ensured limiting the spread of coronavirus<\/li>\n<li><strong>Overcoming barriers<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Easier access for \u00a0some of those who have a disability or long-term health condition<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Am I eligible for a digital consultation?<\/h3>\n<p>Most people will benefit from receiving treatment this way. However, do discuss this with us if you have any questions.<\/p>\n<p>You will need to\u2026<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>have access to a stable Wi-Fi connection and be in a quiet private space<\/li>\n<li>have basic computer and internet skills and\/or smartphone\/tablet device.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>How to make the best use of digital consultations<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Expect some awkwardness at first. It is OK to name it so that you can find solutions to any challenges. Make some time with your clinician to sort out any technical difficulties.<\/li>\n<li>Be flexible with the format of your treatment \u2013 we may use a combination of sharing screens, videos or audio clips as well as sending you information to read through. \u00a0Do let us know what is most helpful for you.<\/li>\n<li>Because it may be more difficult for your clinician to pick up how you are feeling online, they may need to ask you about this.<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t be afraid to give your clinician feedback. A lot of us are making a shift to providing therapy online and we all are relatively new to it and learning together is part of the process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Overview of what to expect in NHS digital consultations<\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Video consulting with your NHS\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/PasqrP-qOiw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2>Online programmes<\/h2>\n<details class=\"nhsuk-details nhsuk-expander\">\n                    <summary class=\"nhsuk-details__summary\">\n                        <span class=\"nhsuk-details__summary-text\">SilverCloud<\/span>\n                    <\/summary>\n                    <div class=\"nhsuk-details__text\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-454\" src=\"https:\/\/oxfordhealth.nhs.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2023\/04\/silvercloud_logo.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"281\" height=\"75\" \/>SilverCloud is an online therapy programme proven to help with stress, anxiety, low-mood and depression.<\/p>\n<p>Some examples of anxiety problems it can help with are obsessive compulsive disorder, health anxiety, phobias, panic. There are also programmes specifically to help you manage the emotional impact of living with and managing a physical health conditions such as: Coronary Heart Disease, Chronic Pain, Diabetes and Lung conditions including COPD and asthma.<\/p>\n<p>It is accessible and easy to use.<\/p>\n<p>You work at your own pace with ongoing reviews from a member of our team.<\/p>\n<p>Flexible, use it anytime, anyplace, anywhere; on a computer, tablet or on a mobile phone.<\/p>\n<p>Key features of the programme include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Video clips<\/li>\n<li>Interactive quizzes<\/li>\n<li>A journal<\/li>\n<li>Audio-guided mindfulness exercises<\/li>\n<li>Other peoples\u2019 experiences (personal stories) \u2013 you\u2019re not on your own!<\/li>\n<li>Reflective exercises and more<\/li>\n<li>Access for up to 1 year from the time of registration \u2013 you can remind yourself of the skills and techniques you learned.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"SilverCloud_How_To_New_un_1080\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/261817645?dnt=1&amp;app_id=122963\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture; clipboard-write\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<\/div>\n                <\/details>\n<details class=\"nhsuk-details nhsuk-expander\">\n                    <summary class=\"nhsuk-details__summary\">\n                        <span class=\"nhsuk-details__summary-text\">iCT-PTSD<\/span>\n                    <\/summary>\n                    <div class=\"nhsuk-details__text\">\n<p>iCT-PTSD is a new Internet-based cognitive therapy program for adults experiencing PTSD following a traumatic experience.<\/p>\n<p>The program will help you learn about PTSD and its symptoms, why these are understandable after a traumatic experience, and what keeps them going.<\/p>\n<p>With support from a therapist via regular phone calls, and secure messaging and SMS, you will work through the online program, helping you to deal with the distressing memories of what happened, and to start rebuilding your life back to how you would like it to be.<\/p>\n<p>Your therapist will ensure that the programme is carefully tailored to meet your needs.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What are the benefits of iCT-PTSD?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Includes all the elements of traditional face-to-face therapy but delivers them online<\/li>\n<li>Regular support from your therapist<\/li>\n<li>Avoids the costs and time taken travelling to appointments<\/li>\n<li>You can work on your treatment at a time and location convenient to you<\/li>\n<li>Treatment is tailored to your specific concerns<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n                <\/details>\n<details class=\"nhsuk-details nhsuk-expander\">\n                    <summary class=\"nhsuk-details__summary\">\n                        <span class=\"nhsuk-details__summary-text\">iCT-SAD<\/span>\n                    <\/summary>\n                    <div class=\"nhsuk-details__text\">\n<p><strong>Do you feel anxious in social situations?\u00a0<\/strong>iCT-SAD is a new internet-based Cognitive Therapy programme for adults experiencing social anxiety.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Do you feel anxious in social situations?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This Cognitive Therapy programme will help you learn what keeps social anxiety going and how to overcome it, through the use of online modules, videos and practical exercises. You will have regular support from your therapist, via telephone, secure messaging, SMS, and video-calls. Your therapist will ensure that the programme is carefully tailored to focus on your specific concerns about social situations.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What are the benefits of iCT-SAD?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Includes all the elements of traditional face-to-face therapy but delivers them online<\/li>\n<li>Regular support from your therapist<\/li>\n<li>Avoids the costs and time taken travelling to appointments<\/li>\n<li>You can work on your treatment at a time and location convenient to you<\/li>\n<li>Treatment is tailored to your specific concerns<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n                <\/details>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Digital consultations What is a digital consultation? 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