FAQ's

What is telepsychiatry?

Telemedicine is a way of providing health care from a distance through technology often using secure videoconferencing. Telepsychiatry can involve a range of services including psychiatric evaluations, therapy (individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy), patient education, and medication management.  Telepsychiatry may involve direct interaction between a psychiatrist and a patient. It also involves psychiatrists supporting primary care providers with mental health care consultation and expertise. 

Is it effective?

Telepsychiatry has been shown to be highly effective for a wide range of psychiatric conditions in a variety of treatment settings.

Who is it indicated for?

There is no one for whom telepsychiatry has been shown to be ineffective or inappropriate.  For some individuals, telepsychiatry may be better tolerated and more effective than in person treatment. Telepsychiatry allows for a greater access to care particularly for individuals located in rural areas.