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Online Counseling : Risks, Benefits, And Future Development, Lindsey J. Kenison-Severson
Online Counseling : Risks, Benefits, And Future Development, Lindsey J. Kenison-Severson
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Online counseling started becoming popular in the mid-1990's and is a popular source of debate right now. There are a number of risks and benefits that need to be evaluated by both the counselor and client when determining the appropriateness of online counseling. There seems to be a lack of research regarding how effective online counseling is, but preliminary research seems positive in supporting the argument that relationships can be formed when using online counseling. Some individuals may be more appropriate for online counseling and some problems may be helped more effectively. Clients and counselors need to be educated about …