I mentioned this briefly in an earlier post, but wanted to share this fantastic video recorded by the Online Therapy Institute and Onlinevents team during the OCTIA 2010 Conference (Online Counselling and Therapy in Action) held last weekend. This session was held live in Manchester for the conference, via the Onlinevents Livestream (with a chat backchannel) and live in Second Life for a small audience who enjoyed the tour.
During the video Kate gives a brief overview of some of the work she is doing in relation to online counselling in virtual worlds, as well as a brief tour of the new expanded headquarters we’ve just about finished creating for them on jokaydia II.
Huuuge congratulations to the Online Therapy Institute team! I am so impressed by the creative, thoughtful approach you are taking to developing mental health services online and also to creating a community for mental health professionals online (check out the OTI’s website full of tools and resources!). Also big congratulations to Onlinevents team – your mixed reality events skills rock – what a great recording of the session!
If you’d like to check out Online Therapy Square, the OTI Offices and the Onlinevents Headquarters visit: http://slurl.com/secondlife/jokaydia%20II/110/68/24.
Jo Kay aka jokay Wollongong is a freelance digital designer and facilitator working in virtual worlds and educational technology. She helps educators and organisations to use new and innovative technologies for learning. Jo is the owner and facilitator of the Islands of jokaydia Project – a space for a vibrant community of educators to explore the use of virtual worlds in education. 
Your build skill are exceptional! You have helped Kate and I create a warm and approachable space inworld! Thank you so much for being able to envision our mission!
DA
(DeeAnna Madfes inworld)
Aww thanks Dee! It’s lovely to see the OTI flourishing – both on the 2d and the 3d web! Congratulations to all concerned! ;)
Thanks for the lovely comments about onlinevents :)
your builds and warmth are both inspirational and welcoming, looking forward to being part of jokaydia for years to come!