Jul 11, 20223 min read

ONLINE Speech therapy Vs Face to Face Speech therapy

Introduction

Speech therapy can be an effective way to help you, your friend or relative to communicate better. It helps improve your ability to speak clearly and fluently, as well as reduce stuttering or any other speech impediments such as slurring of speech, or inability to find or form words.

Online speech therapy saves time from driving to the physical location of the clinic.

One of the major benefits of online speech therapy is that it saves you time and money. Instead of driving to the physical location of your clinic, you'll be able to complete your sessions in the comfort of your own home or office. This also means, there's no need for you to wait for an appointment with a therapist or find parking at the clinic. You don't have to travel anywhere either, which means more time spent doing other things!

Online speech therapy also has its advantages when it comes to confidentiality; some clients may feel more comfortable sharing personal information in this environment than they would face-to-face with a therapist in a clinic space (although this does depend on their personality).

There is no limit to how long you can use the online platform.

While there is no time limit on how long you can use the online platform, it is recommended that you use it as a supplement to face-to-face therapy. Most therapists will want to see their patients at least once per month. For those who are unable to attend therapy in person because of disability or other reasons, using an online platform can be very beneficial. The best part about this option is that it gives therapists and clients flexibility in scheduling sessions - if a client has difficulty making it into the office every week, they have the opportunity to work out times with their therapist (or vice versa).

Face-to-face communication is direct and immediate.

Face-to-face communication is more direct and immediate. This allows speech therapists to provide more personalized treatment, which can lead to better results.

One major benefit of face-to-face therapy is that it allows you to communicate with your therapist in a way that feels more personal. There's an emotional component involved in these interactions, so they often feel more authentic than those that occur over the phone or online (even if they're just as effective).

Face-to-face communication enables instant feedback.

You can use facial expressions, body language and tone of voice to help clarify what you mean, or to give extra emphasis. In speech therapy sessions that are conducted face-to-face, the clinician will be able to see your reactions to their cues and suggestions in real time so that they can adapt their own technique if necessary. This means more precise monitoring of progress by both parties involved.

Face-to-face communication allows for more personal connections between the therapist and patient than online therapy does.

A stronger connection between client and therapist means that a better rapport is built up as a result of this personal connection - making it easier for both parties involved (client & practitioner) when working together on issues such as stammering or stuttering treatment etc...

Your therapist can develop strategies to help you in person and remotely, through phone calls and email.

Your therapist can develop strategies to help you, in person and remotely, through phone calls and email. The use of technology has made it possible for a speech and language therapist (SALT) to meet with their clients anywhere at any time. For example, many (SALTs) offer services via Skype or Zoom where they will have a session with you on video chat.

Therapists can also communicate with their clients over text messages (SMS) or social media messaging platforms like WhatsApp, Instagram or Facebook Messenger. You can receive attachments for home practice, and may not have to wait as long to receive feedback or a reply to your query, or for the post to arrive.

The decision between online speech therapy and face to face depends entirely on your preference.

If you are a busy person, online speech therapy may be a good option because it can be done at any time of the day with little to no scheduling issues.

However, if you are not comfortable with technology or have an impairment that makes it difficult for you to use a computer or tablet, then face-to-face therapy may be the way to go.

Conclusion

We hope this article has helped you in making a decision between online speech therapy and face to face. We understand that it can be difficult to decide which option is right for you, especially if you have never tried either before. If you are still unsure about what would work better for you, your friend or relative, we recommend giving each one a try so that they can explore their options and experience both types of therapy first hand.

L A Mark Speech therapy

Leeanne Mark

Speech and Language therapist