Teletherapy or Virtual Therapy is conducted through a secure live video connection over the internet. It is the same type of session you would do in-person; it’s just conducted virtually. It is similar to GoToMeeting, FaceTime, or Zoom, but the Teletherapy technology I use is HIPPA compliant and has an extremely secure connection to protect privacy. Teletherapy uses technology similar to Video Chat and conveniently allows us to connect from your computer, laptop, or smartphone. Virtual therapy can be a viable alternative to times when it is difficult to meet in person such as snow storms, illness, or away at college.
COVID-19
Since the COVID-19 crisis, Teletherapy or Virtual Therapy has been a great way to help my clients. It is the next best thing to being in-person, and Virtual Therapy is now accepted by most insurance carriers. I greatly empathize with the unique pressures we face during these unprecedented times; Teletherapy allows us to have continuity with counseling.
Like traditional therapy, virtual therapy may include individual therapy, family therapy, parent consultation, or a combination. My teletherapy, virtual therapy, or tele-psychology services utilize easy to use HIPAA-compliant technology that is securely connected between devices.