The world of medicine is constantly evolving. With advances in technology, doctors are now offering telehealth services to their patients, allowing them to get their medical attention from the comfort and convenience of their very own homes. Gone are the days of lengthy wait times at the doctor’s office and frustrating commutes into the city. Now, telehealth services allow patients easier access to their favorite medical professionals.
Let’s talk about what telepsychology is, the benefits of telepsychology, and when you can use telepsychology to your advantage.
What is Telepsychology?
Telepsychology is exactly what it sounds like – it’s a telehealth version of traditional psychological and psychiatric services. Rather than commute to your doctor’s office, wait in their waiting room, and have your appointments on-site, you can speak with your doctor in the comfort and convenience of your home, office, or wherever you have internet and/or cellular service. Your telehealth appointments are typically done via video call but can also be done over an audio call if preferred.
How Does Telepsychology Work?
Your telepsychology appointment will be similar to a traditional psychology or psychiatry appointment. You’ll schedule your appointment with a staff member at your preferred doctor’s office. However, following your appointment scheduling, you’ll receive a confirmation email with instructions to log in with your doctor online once your appointment time rolls around.
Your doctor will send you a link when you’re ready for your appointment. This link uses HIPAA-compliant technology to keep your sensitive information safe through your online interaction. Your appointment will go as regularly scheduled from there, whether that’s a psychotherapy visit or a psychiatric evaluation.
What are the Benefits of Telepsychology?
There are many benefits of using telepsychology for your psychiatry and psychology appointments, including:
- Medication management over the phone.
- Psychotherapy sessions over the phone.
- Convenient appointments from your home, office, or wherever you have internet/cellular service.
- No commuting to an office.
- No lengthy wait times.
- Greater access to your healthcare provider.
- HIPAA-compliant technology keeps all of your sensitive information safe.
When Should I Use Telepsychology?
While telepsychology appointments sound very convenient for our patients, it’s important to keep in mind that telehealth appointments are not always the right option. We often recommend patients consider telehealth appointments for their medication management visits, regular psychotherapy visits, or regular maintenance visits with their mental health provider.
On the other hand, we DO NOT recommend telehealth appointments for patients in the event they:
- Are experiencing unwanted side effects from their medications.
- Have a medical emergency.
- Do not have a reliable internet connection or cellular service.
Telepsychology Services Near Me
If you’re looking for telehealth services with a psychiatrist in White Plains and the neighboring communities of NY, look no further than Psyhance. Our team of trained mental health professionals isproud to offer integrative psychiatric treatment to all our patients, combining evidence-based medical care with holistic treatment methods for a truly well-balanced psychiatric treatment plan. Our integrative psychiatry services are great for those struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and more.
If you have any questions about how our services can benefit you, call us today at (914) 494-5395. To schedule an appointment with one of our expert doctors, please use our convenient online appointment request form.