Telemental Health
A secure and convenient way to meet with a licensed therapist using a computer with a camera, smartphone, or tablet.
Frequently asked questions about telemental health.
What is telemental health?
Simply put telemental health allows you meet with a licensed therapist using a HIPAA compliant, interactive video and audio platform.
What do I need to use telemental health?
For your appointment you'll need to have access to a quiet private place and a computer, smartphone, or tablet with a camera and high speed internet.
Is telemental health as good as in-person therapy?
Yes!
Research shows that telemental health is as effective as meeting with a therapist in person. A study published in the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry comparing in-office-treatment to treatment via telemental health indicated:
“There were no statistically significant differences between study groups for symptoms, quality of life, and patient satisfaction… there is a strong hypothesis that videoconference-based treatment obtains the same results as face-to-face therapy and that telemental health is a useful alternative.”
Do people like using telemental health?
Yes!
Clients participating in telemental health say they are delighted with the care they receive and that they feel telemental health is a reliable form of therapy.
In addition, they enjoy the convenience and notice they attend their appointments on a more regular basis.
This form of treatment eliminates your commute time which can lead to less stress, especially when you're in a city with a lot of traffic or scheduled to meet with your therapist often.
In addition to being an experienced Licensed Therapist, Malissa is also a Certified Telemental Health Provider.
