Telehealth

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If you are unable to come to my office, or would prefer to enjoy your session from the comfort of your home,  I use a HIPAA compliant platform for Telemental Health. I prefer to meet clients at least once in person before moving to online sessions. 

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Due to various state laws, there are restrictions regarding mental health care workers providing services across state lines. My license allows me to practice in Missouri. Some states allow a provider to temporarily provide services to a client who is out of state, but those provisions vary significantly from state to state. I am a member of PSYPact, which means I can practice in 26 states. You can see which states are current members of PSYPact at their website. 

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Prior to beginning our Telehealth session, I may ask you to confirm your physical and geographical location (which will help avoid unintentionally practicing across state lines). In some cases, I may ask you to rotate your camera 360 degrees (to show that there is no one else in the room). I may discuss considerations for the suitability of distance therapy for you, as a client. Lastly, I may ask for you to provide additional contact information if our session is unexpectedly interrupted due to technical failures or an emergency.

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