Comments on: Is Online Therapy Finally Considered a Viable Option? http://www.mentalhealthonthewebblog.com/?p=52 Psychotherapy, Online Counseling, Internet Addiction, Mental Health and Wellness Sun, 01 Aug 2010 17:55:32 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 By: Ammon Campbell, LMHC, NCC, DCC http://www.mentalhealthonthewebblog.com/?p=52&cpage=1#comment-2321 Ammon Campbell, LMHC, NCC, DCC Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:27:29 +0000 http://www.mentalhealthonthewebblog.com/?p=52#comment-2321 Yes, online therapy is viable, but not quite mainstream; yet. I see the fact that Tricare; which is the main healthcare provider for the Department of Defense as a “sign of the times” meaning that as the need continues to increase and resources (qualified individuals) continue to be limited, technology will be used to extend beyond the limits of time and distance. It is only a matter of time before distance therapy is introduced to troops deployed throughout the world. And just as many of today’s conveniences were brought to the public through military development, distance therapy will gain significant momentum with US government endorsement. Yes, online therapy is viable, but not quite mainstream; yet. I see the fact that Tricare; which is the main healthcare provider for the Department of Defense as a “sign of the times” meaning that as the need continues to increase and resources (qualified individuals) continue to be limited, technology will be used to extend beyond the limits of time and distance. It is only a matter of time before distance therapy is introduced to troops deployed throughout the world. And just as many of today’s conveniences were brought to the public through military development, distance therapy will gain significant momentum with US government endorsement.

]]> By: Sandy Bowers, Psy.D http://www.mentalhealthonthewebblog.com/?p=52&cpage=1#comment-1897 Sandy Bowers, Psy.D Wed, 07 Oct 2009 06:04:45 +0000 http://www.mentalhealthonthewebblog.com/?p=52#comment-1897 I am a licensed clinical psychologist and I am very happy with my work in a small group practice, however I would like to supplement my income and "mix it up a little" by providing online therapy. Is it best to join an established online group or worthwhile to strike out on one's own? Will insurances reimburse for these services? I will follow the link to onlinetherapyinstitute.com to read more. Thank you. I am a licensed clinical psychologist and I am very happy with my work in a small group practice, however I would like to supplement my income and “mix it up a little” by providing online therapy. Is it best to join an established online group or worthwhile to strike out on one’s own? Will insurances reimburse for these services?

I will follow the link to onlinetherapyinstitute.com to read more. Thank you.

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]]> By: DeeAnna http://www.mentalhealthonthewebblog.com/?p=52&cpage=1#comment-1427 DeeAnna Thu, 03 Sep 2009 15:59:14 +0000 http://www.mentalhealthonthewebblog.com/?p=52#comment-1427 Hi Ericha, Online Counseling is regulated by each state in the U.S. Some states have no restrictions while others do. While I am aware that CA has restrictions for practicing across state lines, I was not aware that courses are required in online counseling for LMFT. The Online Therapy Institute at www.onlinetherapyinstitute.com offers a comprehensive framework for mental health practitioners who wish to work online. Hi Ericha,

Online Counseling is regulated by each state in the U.S. Some states have no restrictions while others do. While I am aware that CA has restrictions for practicing across state lines, I was not aware that courses are required in online counseling for LMFT.

The Online Therapy Institute at http://www.onlinetherapyinstitute.com offers a comprehensive framework for mental health practitioners who wish to work online.

]]> By: Ericha Scott, PhD http://www.mentalhealthonthewebblog.com/?p=52&cpage=1#comment-1426 Ericha Scott, PhD Thu, 03 Sep 2009 15:42:44 +0000 http://www.mentalhealthonthewebblog.com/?p=52#comment-1426 What do you know about the ethics and legality of online counseling? I notice that to be licensed as a marriage and family therapist in California you have to take courses. What do you know about the ethics and legality of online counseling? I notice that to be licensed as a marriage and family therapist in California you have to take courses.

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