Telehealth (or telemedicine) is a fairly recent innovation. It goes by many names including online counseling, distance counseling, remote therapy, and teletherapy. Telehealth allows the facilitation of health-related services to patients via live video conferencing. Thanks to modern technology, just about everyone in the U.S. has a smart phone or tablet capable of video chat. This ease of access to make video calls has revolutionized the health industry, allowing doctors and nurses to interact with patients through a convenient phone call.

Telehealth appointments can be very beneficial if getting to a traditional in-person appointment is a hassle for you. If you lack the time, are physically disabled or live in a remote area, telehealth appointments can help by removing the need to leave your home to attend an appointment. No longer is it necessary to live within driving distance of a particular city. Licensed therapists are able to provide therapy throughout any state they're licensed in.

We use a secure video platform designed specifically for telemedicine, which safeguards your personal information in a way that other popular video platforms such as Skype cannot. All of our sessions are confidential, and all our records are kept in a HIPAA compliant practice management software that protects our clients data.

Please feel free to send us an email with any additional questions regarding how telehealth works. Or better yet, we can address any questions or concerns regarding telehealth during your consultation.