Teletherapy
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Telehealth is a 3-hour online continuing education (CE/CEU) course that provides a literature review of teletherapy for psychologists, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors, and social workers. The course highlights the benefits of participating in telehealth and addresses possible concerns or anxieties of using technology in therapy. Research and evidence-based strategies are used throughout the course to outline HIPAA challenges and inform regulatory compliance. Examples of selected clinical areas offer best telehealth practices from current literature. Certification and continuing education programs are discussed for ongoing study in this important area. A variety of technological resources are presented, including telehealth platforms, online networks, mental health therapy apps, phone applications, and websites. The course includes practical considerations to help the clinician determine how best to implement teletherapy into their practice. The course looks at strategies for engaging the client in telehealth as well as ensuring self-care for the healthcare professional. Course 31-31 | 2021 | 56 pages | 20 posttest questions |
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Expiration |
Dec 31, 2031 |
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Discipline(s) |
Counselor CE, Psychology CE, Social Work CE |
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Cost |
$39.00 |
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Credits / Hours |
3 |
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Accreditation |
APA, NBCC, ASWB |
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Presenters / Authors / Faculty |
Laura More, MSW, LCSW; Leo Christie, PhD, LMFT |
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Keywords / Search Terms |
Professional Development Resources telehealth, teletherapy, telehealth practices, E-therapy, technology in therapy, telehealth platforms, telehealth networks, mental health online therapy |
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