Everyone's feeling strange since the great flood of events stopped and the world was thrown into one huge remote experiment. Remote is the perfect word for these times. Many of us are feeling disengaged, sleep-deprived, stressed, and blocked in terms of productivity.

Such are the results of the uncertainty, and transitions of 2020 . . . where every day is Blursday. Ironically, the very devices and screens that can leave us feeling distanced and deprived of contact can also help us connect.

Today's tech-driven world makes telehealth services easily accessible and affordable - including online therapy. The popular monthly subscription service Talkspacehas several tiered options for online counseling and therapy sessions.

With thousands of 5-Star Reviews, Talkspace connects you to carefully vetted therapists who have extensive training, quality credentials, and clinical experience. Live, real-time voice and video sessions can be scheduled. There's also unlimited messaging therapy - including audio, video, and text messages - via their website or the Talkspace mobile app.

Talkspace's national network of licensed therapists has an average of 9 years of experience as professional mental health care providers in a range of specialties and approaches. They undergo extra training to ensure that they're experts in providing remote support.

These licensed, verified and background-checked professionals are compassionate, informed, positive, and dedicated to helping you to address your issues in a focused way that fosters self-knowledge and mental resilience.

Sign up within minutes, take a brief quiz, and outline what issues you'd like to address. You'll then receive three recommended therapists to check out on the site before choosing. As a registered Talkspace user there's even a same-day start so you can get going right away!

Customize your treatment any way you like. Let's say you have a pressing issue - just message your therapist 24/7 via text, video, or voice. All conversations are 100% private as Talkspace uses banking-grade encryption to keep them safe and confidential.

Most of us only have so many self-care dollars, so it can be a struggle to find a therapist that fits your budget. With the price of one in-person visit typically running $150 and up, Talkspace's plans range from $65 to $100 per week - significantly less than traditional therapy.

HIPAA-compliant, Talkspace works with a wide variety of health plans, and Employee Assistance Programs to make access to therapy economical and available for everyone. There are never any hidden fees - you can cancel at any time.

There's no arguing that the psychological toll of 2020 has created widespread emotional health issues such as stress, anxiety, and depression.

But, we humans not only have the ability to bounce back, we can build towards a positive life on the other side of these tough times. How wonderful if we could emerge from this stronger - with a confident, newfound sense of self?

So skip the office visit, a Talkspace therapist is here to help.