[Mar. 9] The possibility of cheating in a relationship has always been a real threat to any relationship. With the addition of social media to the mix, things like flirting, meeting up with a potential lover, or exchanging love notes have been sped up! The speed at which one can now find a new lover and start an affair is faster than ever before. In online couple’s therapy, or relationships counseling, a couple can discuss and explore their thoughts related to the potentiality of their partner’s cheating behaviors. They would also discuss their own high-risk behaviors.
One article on PRNewswire.com discusses:
“We used to meet in bars, and restaurants, we now meet on Facebook and Twitter,” said David Jones, global CEO of Havas Worldwide and Euro RSCG Worldwide. ”Social media hasn’t replaced but has enhanced real world relationships making them faster, more transparent and more authentic.”
With a lot more temptation available, couples are facing old challenges with new twists!
Through online therapy, a couple is free to evaluate many things including:
- What risky behaviors are present in their relationship now?
- What are some red flags they may not yet be aware of?
- How can an online therapist help them find new ways to reconnect via online counseling?
- What does it mean when you are emotionally cheating on your partner?
- Am I showing my partner how much I appreciate them?
- Is my relationship healthy?
Two other notable points from the PRNewswire article include:
Take the Pressure Off. Nearly a third of women and men say online relationships can take the pressure off face-to-face relationships.
Flirting online is the new norm. More men than women risk flirting online, with a substantial 39 percent of men saying they’ve flirted online, compared with a more modest 23 percent of women.
Online therapy or distance counseling can facilitate many productive relationship discussions. While some couples would rather meet in person with a therapist to discuss their concerns, many others are comfortable tackling these issues at their own pace, virtually, with an online therapist.
When you think of your relationship, do you see any behaviors you would consider discussing with an online therapist? What are some examples of risky behaviors you think might constitute as emotional infidelity?
Belky Perez Schwartz is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Freelance Writer in Coral Gable, Florida. Visit her virtual office or send her an email today for more information on relationships, online counseling, and social media.
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October 2, 2011 at 3:49 am
Advice on Relationship
What you are saying is about relationship, dating, marriage is completely true. I know that everybody must say the same thing about relationship, dating, marriage, but I just think that you put it in a way that everyone can understand. I also love the images that you put in here. They fit so well with what youre trying to say. Im sure youll reach so many people with what youve got to say.
January 9, 2012 at 10:28 pm
counseling Atlanta
There are certain studies claiming that social networking websites are becoming venues for cheating. In this day and age, there is a large probability for people to be susceptible to such thing. If it is easier to forge relationships or burn bridges through the Internet, then the World Wide Web can probably be responsible too for keeping or saving relationships through online therapy. The Internet is a double edged sword that has definitely pros and cons.