Fourteenth International Conference on Health, Wellness & Society

Abstract

This research provides a comparative analysis of therapy modality preferences before and after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. By establishing a retrospective baseline of pre-pandemic preferences and comparing them with those during the pandemic, the study seeks to offer insights into the potential lasting impact of the pandemic on mental health care delivery. The objectives of the study are twofold: firstly, to measure any change in people’s intent to use and acceptability of face-to-face, online video, text, and telephone therapy; and secondly, to explore the factors that influence these changes, including demographic variables such as age, gender, and location. The study not only explores changes in perception but also it is delivered by two very experienced mental health professionals who provide assessment, treatment and guidance using these various modalities in the public health setting (large and medium sized organisations to support employees). It is now widely accepted that workplace mental health takes a centre stage in public health and well-being and modalities need to be tailored to the needs of the employees and employers to be effective.