Advantages include greater flexibility in scheduling and greater privacy, which may lower the fear of stigma.  Some children and teens may feel more comfortable in the familiarity of their home or room.  Moreover, telehealth allows people who may otherwise be unable to access therapy services to be cared for.  For example, telehealth has proven highly adaptable to meet the needs of those with disabilities.  

The same factors that contribute toward a successful therapy session translate into online therapy, and a majority of skills and interventions used for care during an in-person session remain effective in  online therapy.