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03/05/2022

OPA Statement regarding the war in Ukraine

Throughout the past few weeks, the world has witnessed increased hostilities and military expansion along the Russian and Ukraine border by Russian governmental actors. The Ohio Psychological Association (OPA) is deeply troubled by Russia’s military invasion of the Ukraine and the ensuing humanitarian crisis unfolding.

Our Association stands in solidarity with those living in Ukraine, our membership, their relatives of Ukrainian descent, Ukrainian refugees, and the world community that is impacted by these threats to life, human rights, and Ukrainian society. We also want to acknowledge our support for individuals of Russian descent that have been impacted by forces outside of their control. OPA is committed to providing our knowledge and support as psychologists to the community regarding the impact this may have on multidimensional well-being in both the present and future.

We invite our OPA membership to review the following resources for more information:

What is happening: The events unfolding may be a confusing for some. If you are looking for more information regarding Ukraine and the impact of the invasion by Russian forces please consider visiting the following sources for real-time updates. Please be aware of any misinformation that may be spread and vet your resources to the best of your ability.

The Kyiv Independent https://kyivindependent.com/
Ukraine World www.ukraineworld.org
The New Voice of Ukraine https://english.nv.ua/
Rescue: https://www.rescue.org/article/ukraine-russia-crisis-what-happening
Vet your resources: https://libguides.rutgers.edu/fake_news


Advocacy/Donations: Many are wondering what they can do to help. Here are some reputable resources for assisting refugees or providing charity to those suffering in Ukraine and surrounding nations

Rescue Organization www.rescue.org
UNICEF https://www.unicefusa.org/stories/unicef-children-are-bearing-brunt-intensifying-crisisukraine/39481
https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2022/02/27/how-to-help-ukraine/
https://www.gq.com/story/where-to-donate-in-ukraine

Talking with children about the events in Ukraine:

NASP: Talking to Children About Violence: https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-safety-and-crisis/school-violence-resources/talking-to-children-about-violence-tips-for-parents-and-teachers
NASP: Supporting Refugee Children & Youth: https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-safety-and-crisis/mental-health-resources/war-and-terrorism/supporting-refugee-students
https://www.pbssocal.org/education/how-to-talk-to-kids-about-the-ukraine-invasion
https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/25/well/family/kids-teens-ukraine-russia.html


Avoiding discrimination and perpetration of racism during Ukraine crisis:

Washington Post: https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2022/02/28/ukraine-coverage-media-racist-biases/
Vice: https://www.vice.com/en/article/akvy84/racist-western-coverage-ukraine-russia
Al Jazeera: https://www.aljazeera.com/opinions/2022/3/1/covering-ukraine-a-mean-streak-of-racist-exceptionalism


Thank you to those that helped provide resources for this statement, including membership, the APA and Div 17.

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01/05/2022

Online Psychotherapy

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12/22/2021

Online Psychotherapy

Online psychotherapy has received significant attention recently due to the restrictions related to the Covid-19 Pandemic. But online psychotherapy has been around for more than ten years. Other names for online psychotherapy are Telehealth, Telementalhealth; Telepsychology; E-Therapy; and Distance Therapy. There may be more names by the time I publish this.

The distinguishing feature of online psychotherapy is that the patient and the therapist are not in the same physical space— such as an office. They may be in the same town or even on the same block; they may be hundreds of miles apart. Online psychotherapy opens several opportunities for both the therapist and the patient.

As a psychologist, I can provide services for persons who live in areas where mental health services are unavailable, such as rural communities or cities where transportation is difficult or unavailable. Some patients have a hard time going out to public places due to anxiety can work on their anxiety without leaving their homes. Some people have concerns about being seen going to a therapist's office, and they appreciate the opportunity to meet with a therapist from their home.

Online psychotherapy has been found effective in addressing many kinds of mental health problems; it is as effective as in-person psychotherapy in many cases. There are some cases in which in-person psychotherapy is not appropriate—such as persons in an acute stage of mental illness or are in an acute crisis or suicidal; in these cases, in-person therapy may be more appropriate.

Shalom Counseling Services provides online psychotherapy and pastoral counseling for children, parents, and other persons. We offer services that are open, accepting, compassionate and caring; we offer services tailored to your needs.