What is it like as a psychotherapist to see an image of yourself on screen during online therapy sessions?
🪞 What is this research about?
This research is exploring integrative psychotherapists’ experiences of the virtual image of themselves on screen, their ‘self-view’, during online therapy sessions. As remote psychotherapy grows in popularity, this study aims to draw awareness to the overlooked aspect of ‘self-view’ and encourage reflection on the potential opportunities and challenges for therapeutic practice and the therapeutic relationship post-pandemic.
✋ Who can take part?
I am looking to speak to up to 6 therapists who are:
- Integrative psychotherapists or psychotherapeutic counsellors
- Currently working as a therapist in online sessions with the self-view feature
- Qualified and have worked as a psychotherapist since March 2022
- Registered with BACP or UKCP
- Based in the UK and able to communicate in English
💬 What does this study involve?
You will be invited to share your experience of self-view as a therapist in a one-to-one confidential interview (up to 90 minutes), which will take place online on Microsoft Teams. I would like to hear about: - what it is like to see yourself on screen - how it may shape the therapeutic relationship and your integration, and - any advantages/disadvantages there may be for your therapeutic practice
ℹ️ Would you like to find out more? If you are interested in taking part, please contact the researcher, Shanta, for further information.