Online social work is a system that is relatively new to social work in terms of providing therapy. Although different from the conventional way of doing therapy, additional skills must be learned. It is also knowing how to log your progress entries, providing resources via the web, communication skills and scheduling of appointments.

When communicating via the email or video chat there is a specific way of logging the information that is exchanged. The chat notes and email notes are your progress notes, they have to be saved and logged for the case file. These files are confidential information, and must be filed in a safe manner.

The clients often need information for the purpose of maintaining their life, living arrangements, and finances. Information such as allotments, child care, support services, education and medical services. Clients are also in need of skills in order to get online services. They need to learn how to navigate on the websites, and typing skills, in order to get the information that is needed for the services that they are seeking. Could this possibly be a constraint to why people are not using the services via the internet? Are they concerned about the confidentiality? Or are they just not informed about the services that are available via the internet?

It is my opinion that more people would utilize the internet services available to them because it is accessible, and can accommodate their schedules. Working individuals especially can have the convenience of services in the comfort of their home. The information has to be made known to individuals about online services and the benefits that they provide. Is marketing the answer to making this information known? How do we go about getting this information to individuals? The internet can be very resourceful if you have knowledge of it. The internet can provide many benefits if it is made available.

My practice in conjunction with Changed Life ltd is geared toward helping and treating clients with addiction of all kinds.

It is an online substance abuse counseling service to help individuals transform their lives for a better future. My colleagues are highly skilled and knowledgeable therapist that provides an atmosphere that is private, affordable and supportive.

The plan of action allows every session to focus on the client's happiness and future life. We emphasize what is right with people rather than what is wrong with them, and contribute to positive aspects of their life, not just do something about negative things.

We encourage you to explore the potential for the best possible functioning that reside within you: reaching for the best possible well being of mind, body, and spirit through achieving stability in your life.

With Changed Life, clients conduct all of their sessions at their expediency within the times agreed with their therapist from any computer 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Clients have the ability to change their schedule as needed. Our system is safe and we protect your privacy.

Therapist establishes a long term relationship with their clients, and clients can take as much time that's needed in expressing their feelings and thoughts. The criteria, is that all patients must have an active email, reliable access to the internet for a minimum of 10 hours per week.

If you feel that this program can benefit you please feel free to visit our website at changedlifeltd.com, and register. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me at dalbury983@aol.com
darlene@changedlifeltd.com

Darlene Albury, LMSW