Recently, we have announced that we will be offering teletherapy as an option for our families to continue receiving therapy services from our skilled therapists. However, you may be wondering, what exactly IS teletherapy?
Teletherapy is providing therapy via a live video connection. The treatment session is similar to an in-person session. However, it is over a computer (or other device) instead! Just as we operate for in-clinic appointments, the sessions are scheduled at a time that is agreed upon between the therapist and the family. Both parties will log in on a secure video platform where they will then begin their virtual therapy session. The therapist will still use the same traditional techniques and activities they would use in a face-to-face therapy session.
What are the benefits of teletherapy?
There are a wealth of benefits to using teletherapy, including:
- It allows for continued service and progress due to the diminished barriers such as distance, schedules, travel, or a particularly prevalent barrier currently, illness.
- It increases the skills of family members and/or caregivers. Often they are likely to be taking part in the session as well. Additionally, families will gain confidence in promoting their child’s skills.
- For early intervention, it supports increased carryover through a parent coaching model, routines-based intervention, and activities in the child’s natural environment.
- It integrates the child’s session into their daily life.
- It improves target areas and listening skills.
- And, finally, it is flexible and convenient and ensures consistent treatment.
Although this is not an exhaustive list of the benefits of teletherapy, it highlights the upsides of this type of therapy that we believe are most relevant to our families. Our team has already performed extensive research into this platform to ensure that we are continuing to provide high quality therapy services to our kiddos in a virtual setting.
Do you believe that teletherapy is right for your family? Contact us today! We are here to help you promote your child’s development and well-being in a way that is best for them.
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