Yes! There has been a lot of research into this question and although the majority of it comes from the US, it holds true for the UK as well. The following resources should give you an idea of the efficacy of telemedicine and counselling when compared to more traditional consultation methods: Internet-based versusface-to-face cognitive-behavioral intervention for depression: A randomized controlled non-inferiority trial > Internet-based and other computerized psychological treatments for adult depression: a meta-analysis > Internet-versus group-administered cognitive behaviour therapy for panic disorder in a psychiatric setting: a randomised trial > Distance Therapy Comes of Age