Use of Technology in Supervision

Abstract

DeeAnna Merz Nagel, LPC, DCC is a psychotherapist, consultant and international expert regarding online counselling and the impact of technology on mental health. She specializes in text-based counselling and supervision via chat and email. DeeAnna's expertise extends to assisting individuals and families in understanding the impact of technology in their lives from normalizing the use of technology and social media to overcoming internet and cybersex addictions. Her presentations and publications include ethical considerations for the mental health practitioner with regard to online counselling, social networking, mixed reality and virtual world environments.