I think it's one more useful way of reaching out to people and trying to help them. Just another modality. Now while online therapy is likely in its infancy, relying on the written text, I think there is a lot of possibility here. Video and audio will be on the net soon, so it makes sense that therapy should be too. So I believe online therapy is a good thing with a lot of potential.
People can learn in many ways.
And people can be taken advantage of in many ways. It's like there is a separate link between my mind and my fingers. I also found email very helpful when I am out of town but still need some type of contact with my therapist. I don't think online therapy should become a trend for the future. Patients need the contact of a person.