John Suler, Ph.D. Rider University Copyright Notice Online Therapy and Support Groups Of particular interest to clinical and social psychologists are those groups with a therapeutic, remedial, or supportive aim. No doubt, the differences in group dynamics are great depending on which format is used. Each format also will have its advantages and disadvantages. Many more are likely to appear.
Geographical distance makes no difference.
Experimenting with one's online identity and new ways of relating to others can result in insight and may help people work through personal issues. I try out new ways of being, and then I apply it to my real life.