Telepsychiatry for 43235
![Photo of Dale LaChance, NP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2d5632af-f9c3-4961-b81c-5a5c11951c37/1/320x400.jpeg)
I practice a collaborative approach to mental health by working with clients to develop an individualized plan to help improve mental health and overall quality of life at home, work, or school. I believe in using evidence-based practice and a holistic approach to help guide clinical decisions and provide treatment, but understand that medications are not always a solution.
I practice a collaborative approach to mental health by working with clients to develop an individualized plan to help improve mental health and overall quality of life at home, work, or school. I believe in using evidence-based practice and a holistic approach to help guide clinical decisions and provide treatment, but understand that medications are not always a solution.
![Photo of Stacey Molle - New Vistas for Women Integrative Psychiatry, ACNS-BC, PMHNP, FNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bcd8cdfd-e484-4c91-acc6-f76d1632157f/2/320x400.png)
New Vistas for Women Integrative Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, ACNS-BC, PMHNP, FNP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43235
Stacey Molle (pronounced Moe-lay) is a Clinical Nurse Specialist and Nurse Practitioner that has 18 years of nursing experience and certification in both Family Practice and Psychiatric Mental Health. She has worked with people from all walks of life and realizes that she particularly identifies with women, LGBTQIA+, and neurodivergent persons. Even while providing comprehensive care, she has found that something is missing in traditional medicine. By focusing on care that identifies the ROOT cause of clients’ symptoms, she has found that her clients have better outcomes.
Stacey Molle (pronounced Moe-lay) is a Clinical Nurse Specialist and Nurse Practitioner that has 18 years of nursing experience and certification in both Family Practice and Psychiatric Mental Health. She has worked with people from all walks of life and realizes that she particularly identifies with women, LGBTQIA+, and neurodivergent persons. Even while providing comprehensive care, she has found that something is missing in traditional medicine. By focusing on care that identifies the ROOT cause of clients’ symptoms, she has found that her clients have better outcomes.
![Photo of Jessica Pendleton, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/88adc306-8c50-42f3-a3c4-f7def3bf972b/1/320x400.jpeg)
Jessica Pendleton
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43235 (Online Only)
Jessica Pendleton is an ANCC Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner since 2023. She started out as an RN 9 years ago and has experience in mental health. She received her Master's Degree in Psychiatric Mental Health from Northern Kentucky University. Jessica takes great pride in being able to help patients when they need it most, as she aware of how difficult it can be to battle with mental health. Jessica takes great pride in helping individuals that are suffering with mental health issues and making a difference in their mental health journey.
Jessica Pendleton is an ANCC Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner since 2023. She started out as an RN 9 years ago and has experience in mental health. She received her Master's Degree in Psychiatric Mental Health from Northern Kentucky University. Jessica takes great pride in being able to help patients when they need it most, as she aware of how difficult it can be to battle with mental health. Jessica takes great pride in helping individuals that are suffering with mental health issues and making a difference in their mental health journey.
![Photo of Rhonda Morris, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/dd010263-a020-4fb5-b427-35b086de7896/1/320x400.jpeg)
Rhonda Morris
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43235 (Online Only)
Rhonda is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who is passionate about making mental health care accessible to anyone who needs it. Over the last 20+ years in the mental health field, she has worked with patients from across the lifespan with a variety of settings including inpatient, outpatient, home health and recreation-based settings. She has experience with a wide range of diagnoses including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD and psychotic disorders.
Rhonda is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who is passionate about making mental health care accessible to anyone who needs it. Over the last 20+ years in the mental health field, she has worked with patients from across the lifespan with a variety of settings including inpatient, outpatient, home health and recreation-based settings. She has experience with a wide range of diagnoses including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD and psychotic disorders.
![Photo of Sarah Niese, CNP, PMHNP, FNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d0e4d172-1628-4d0f-8685-84ab79392fde/1/320x400.jpeg)
Sarah Niese
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CNP, PMHNP, FNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43235
Welcome! GentlePsych is an online telepsychiatry practice seeing patients ages 7 and up. I see clients both in person and telemedicine to allow the most comfortable space for you. I am a dual board-certified family and psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in diagnostic testing and medication management for a wide range of mental health conditions including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and mood disorders. I also offer medical weight loss services that are designed not only to address physical health concerns but also to foster mental wellness.
Welcome! GentlePsych is an online telepsychiatry practice seeing patients ages 7 and up. I see clients both in person and telemedicine to allow the most comfortable space for you. I am a dual board-certified family and psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in diagnostic testing and medication management for a wide range of mental health conditions including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and mood disorders. I also offer medical weight loss services that are designed not only to address physical health concerns but also to foster mental wellness.
![Photo of Lauren Brown, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8f99a6b5-6300-4462-b7ab-5efff0e03e0d/2/320x400.jpeg)
Welcome! GentlePsych is an online telepsychiatry practice seeing patients in Ohio 7 and up. Virtual visits allow for you to be in the most comfortable space for you. (Not anyone else). I am a board certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Ohio providing diagnostic evaluations, medication management services, as well as psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults suffering from a wide variety of mental health issues and disorders. I have special interests in treatment of ADHD, Adult ADHD, Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, as well as working together to help you heal.
Welcome! GentlePsych is an online telepsychiatry practice seeing patients in Ohio 7 and up. Virtual visits allow for you to be in the most comfortable space for you. (Not anyone else). I am a board certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Ohio providing diagnostic evaluations, medication management services, as well as psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults suffering from a wide variety of mental health issues and disorders. I have special interests in treatment of ADHD, Adult ADHD, Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, as well as working together to help you heal.
![Photo of Misty McDowell, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7247209a-68b3-429a-a720-df19c7d23924/1/320x400.jpeg)
Misty McDowell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43235 (Online Only)
I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 20 years of experience in psychiatry and five years of experience in treating addiction and alcohol dependence, and I am only licensed in Ohio. I specialize in providing mental health services for clients who have depression, anxiety, panic disorder, insomnia, social anxiety, post-partum depression, personality disorders, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, tourette's disorder, excoriation skin-picking disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, nightmare disorder, night-tear disorder, eating disorders, etc.
I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 20 years of experience in psychiatry and five years of experience in treating addiction and alcohol dependence, and I am only licensed in Ohio. I specialize in providing mental health services for clients who have depression, anxiety, panic disorder, insomnia, social anxiety, post-partum depression, personality disorders, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, tourette's disorder, excoriation skin-picking disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, nightmare disorder, night-tear disorder, eating disorders, etc.
![Photo of Jenna Jacobs, PA-C, Physician Assistant](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8d7e06d7-7ba4-4984-9bf5-d3c8c0199dd2/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Board Certified Physician Assistant offering psychiatric services to children ages 5-18 in the Central Ohio region and surrounding areas. As a psychiatric PA-C, my role my role is to diagnose conditions and medically treat, if indicated. I care for clients who struggle with a variety of conditions including ADHD, defiance, depression, anxiety, autism, and so much more.
I am a Board Certified Physician Assistant offering psychiatric services to children ages 5-18 in the Central Ohio region and surrounding areas. As a psychiatric PA-C, my role my role is to diagnose conditions and medically treat, if indicated. I care for clients who struggle with a variety of conditions including ADHD, defiance, depression, anxiety, autism, and so much more.
![Photo of Corey Lozier, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4befabbb-0cde-48a4-86b2-fe4793268406/1/320x400.jpeg)
Corey Lozier
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43235 (Online Only)
Do you struggle with brain fog, excessive worry, panic attacks, thoughts or behaviors you can't control, or feelings of sadness or hopelessness? As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I'm here to help. Prior to obtaining my advanced practice degree from Northern Kentucky University, I earned my Bachelors of Science in Nursing at Ohio University.
Do you struggle with brain fog, excessive worry, panic attacks, thoughts or behaviors you can't control, or feelings of sadness or hopelessness? As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I'm here to help. Prior to obtaining my advanced practice degree from Northern Kentucky University, I earned my Bachelors of Science in Nursing at Ohio University.
![Photo of Daniel Wilson, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/40ba36fc-27a3-438d-8e92-eef4457fe51f/1/320x400.jpeg)
Daniel Wilson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43235 (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Daniel Wilson. I have been a nurse for a while (if you really want to know, ask)! I have worked in the operating room, the emergency room, and mental health (it took me a while to find where I really needed/wanted to be). I started working in behavioral health ten years ago and it has been one of the best experiences of my career. The people I have had the pleasure to serve have been some of the most interesting, intelligent I have ever met.
Hi, my name is Daniel Wilson. I have been a nurse for a while (if you really want to know, ask)! I have worked in the operating room, the emergency room, and mental health (it took me a while to find where I really needed/wanted to be). I started working in behavioral health ten years ago and it has been one of the best experiences of my career. The people I have had the pleasure to serve have been some of the most interesting, intelligent I have ever met.
![Photo of Kara Tarr, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4619a608-a77a-406f-9ad8-d033d335801b/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hello there! I'm Kara Tarr, a dedicated mental health professional with over 15 years of varied medical experience. My journey in the medical field began with education as a cardiovascular perfusionist, armed with a Bachelors Degree in Biology. From there, I found my calling in nursing and earned a Bachelors degree in the field from Duquesne University, located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. My skills and knowledge have been put to test in a number of challenging environments including intensive care, surgery, and IT nursing.
Hello there! I'm Kara Tarr, a dedicated mental health professional with over 15 years of varied medical experience. My journey in the medical field began with education as a cardiovascular perfusionist, armed with a Bachelors Degree in Biology. From there, I found my calling in nursing and earned a Bachelors degree in the field from Duquesne University, located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. My skills and knowledge have been put to test in a number of challenging environments including intensive care, surgery, and IT nursing.
![Photo of Ernestine A Tasong - CFF Medical & Behavioral Health, LLC, DNP, PMHNP, FNP, APRN, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a6708235-3e32-410e-bf64-dcf305eec7a5/1/320x400.jpeg)
CFF Medical & Behavioral Health, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP, APRN
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43235 (Online Only)
Hello, I am Dr. Ernestine Tasong, a licensed psychiatric nurse practitioner. Have you reviewed my profile? I'd love to schedule our first session to learn more about the support you need! You can also call or text me at 614-421-7969. Dr. Ernestine Tasong is a dual board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP) and a family nurse practitioner (FNP) provider in the state of Ohio, WA and MA. She specialized in depression, borderline personality disorder, anxiety, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, PTSD, social anxiety, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and schizophrenia and much more.
Hello, I am Dr. Ernestine Tasong, a licensed psychiatric nurse practitioner. Have you reviewed my profile? I'd love to schedule our first session to learn more about the support you need! You can also call or text me at 614-421-7969. Dr. Ernestine Tasong is a dual board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP) and a family nurse practitioner (FNP) provider in the state of Ohio, WA and MA. She specialized in depression, borderline personality disorder, anxiety, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, PTSD, social anxiety, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and schizophrenia and much more.
![Photo of Cassandra Hazelrig - Mental Health Services, LLC, MSN, CNP, PMHNP-B, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e938aa11-98e0-4bab-a21a-6248ad05415b/2/320x400.jpeg)
Mental Health Services, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, CNP, PMHNP-B
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43235
Hi, my name is Cassandra Hazelrig, and I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of healthcare experience. My work experience includes hospital and community mental health settings, serving patients with depression, anxiety, bipolar, schizophrenia, PTSD, dual diagnosis, and other conditions. The first step toward healing is an accurate diagnosis, followed by a combination of effective medication management, lifestyle changes, and therapy techniques. We will work together to garner your inner strengths, learn new coping skills, and leap over stumbling blocks that prevent you from living your best life.
Hi, my name is Cassandra Hazelrig, and I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of healthcare experience. My work experience includes hospital and community mental health settings, serving patients with depression, anxiety, bipolar, schizophrenia, PTSD, dual diagnosis, and other conditions. The first step toward healing is an accurate diagnosis, followed by a combination of effective medication management, lifestyle changes, and therapy techniques. We will work together to garner your inner strengths, learn new coping skills, and leap over stumbling blocks that prevent you from living your best life.
![Photo of Bernadette Sisk, NP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f49b87b8-a958-4d12-bf5d-e6ece8fcfeea/1/320x400.jpeg)
Bernadette Sisk
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43235 (Online Only)
I am a board certified nurse practitioner focused in family psychiatric mental health. I have been practicing at a VA outpatient clinic for the last five plus years, treating adults with a wide spectrum of personal conditions and mental health diagnoses, including PTSD of various origins, nightmares, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, anger management, schizophrenia, dementia, substance abuse, other addictions, personality disorders, LGBTQ issues, insomnia, weight loss, pain, poor concentration, suicidal/homicidal ideations, self harm and TBI. For substance treatments or cash only clients, call 330-412-9105 to schedule directly
I am a board certified nurse practitioner focused in family psychiatric mental health. I have been practicing at a VA outpatient clinic for the last five plus years, treating adults with a wide spectrum of personal conditions and mental health diagnoses, including PTSD of various origins, nightmares, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, anger management, schizophrenia, dementia, substance abuse, other addictions, personality disorders, LGBTQ issues, insomnia, weight loss, pain, poor concentration, suicidal/homicidal ideations, self harm and TBI. For substance treatments or cash only clients, call 330-412-9105 to schedule directly
![Photo of Melissa Whitesell - 333 Therapeutics Consulting LLC, MS, PMHNP, APRN, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ca57716a-330b-49a9-b30f-d414d2944675/2/320x400.jpeg)
333 Therapeutics Consulting LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MS, PMHNP, APRN
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43235
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or other mental health concerns including treatment resistant depression? We have immediate availability for medication stabilization and therapy appointments. There is no wait! 333 Therapeutics Consulting LLC supports children, adolescents, adults, geriatric clients, including those with developmental delays and specials needs and their families. We incorporate evidence based medication management services with therapeutic interventions to help our clients and families suceed and improve their quality of life and mental health.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or other mental health concerns including treatment resistant depression? We have immediate availability for medication stabilization and therapy appointments. There is no wait! 333 Therapeutics Consulting LLC supports children, adolescents, adults, geriatric clients, including those with developmental delays and specials needs and their families. We incorporate evidence based medication management services with therapeutic interventions to help our clients and families suceed and improve their quality of life and mental health.
![Photo of Akeem Adeniyi, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a4a21826-ddbc-49a3-b944-532423dc06db/1/320x400.jpeg)
Akeem Adeniyi
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43235 (Online Only)
Hi! I'm a licensed Professional Psychiatry NP base in Lima, Ohio. I received two Masters degree from University of Cincinnati, one in Family practice NP, and one as a Psychiatry NP and board certified by ANCC and AANP. I have been practicing for 5 years has Psych NP and i have been opportune to be of service to many patients. It is a great privilege in helping others, as bringing happiness to others through my job bring happiness to me as well. I am passionate about mental health and look forward to meeting you today!
Hi! I'm a licensed Professional Psychiatry NP base in Lima, Ohio. I received two Masters degree from University of Cincinnati, one in Family practice NP, and one as a Psychiatry NP and board certified by ANCC and AANP. I have been practicing for 5 years has Psych NP and i have been opportune to be of service to many patients. It is a great privilege in helping others, as bringing happiness to others through my job bring happiness to me as well. I am passionate about mental health and look forward to meeting you today!
![Photo of Neil Tournoux, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ada33bec-0f84-4dab-9eb3-42f0863e240a/1/320x400.jpeg)
Neil Tournoux
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43235 (Online Only)
There is something you must always remember. You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think..." I became a nurse practitioner while working inpatient as a psychiatric nurse for 5 years. I am proud of my profession in nursing, as I believe that nurse practitioners bring a unique perspective to this field. Being fully present, and actively listening to understand what a patient is trying to convey is invaluable. My goal is to allow you to feel heard.
There is something you must always remember. You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think..." I became a nurse practitioner while working inpatient as a psychiatric nurse for 5 years. I am proud of my profession in nursing, as I believe that nurse practitioners bring a unique perspective to this field. Being fully present, and actively listening to understand what a patient is trying to convey is invaluable. My goal is to allow you to feel heard.
![Photo of Maureen Chinyere Odemena, PMHNPBC, FNP-BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/386f28a5-6640-40cc-a188-b77758fb50af/1/320x400.jpeg)
Maureen Chinyere Odemena
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNPBC, FNP-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43235 (Online Only)
My name is Maureen Odemena, I am a board certified Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and family nurse practitioner with a total of 11 years' experience. I treat patients 12 years and older with depression, anxiety, personality disorders, PTSD, and ADHD, amongst other things.
My name is Maureen Odemena, I am a board certified Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and family nurse practitioner with a total of 11 years' experience. I treat patients 12 years and older with depression, anxiety, personality disorders, PTSD, and ADHD, amongst other things.
![Photo of Shulammite Fanegan - FIT-Mind Mental Health Practice, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9b2ef796-75c2-4e51-b213-c7bb947e863c/1/320x400.jpeg)
FIT-Mind Mental Health Practice
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43235 (Online Only)
Fit-Mind Mental Health Practice is a health care practice established by Shulammite Fanegan, a Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. At Fit-Mind Mental Health Practice, we are committed to quality, compassionate, and holistic mental health care delivery to the residents of Central Ohio. We help individuals with a range of common mental health issues, including individuals struggling with substance abuse. After gathering information at your first visit, you will be advised on how best to manage the symptoms you are experiencing. Either with medication and/or therapy or referral for diagnostic tests.
Fit-Mind Mental Health Practice is a health care practice established by Shulammite Fanegan, a Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. At Fit-Mind Mental Health Practice, we are committed to quality, compassionate, and holistic mental health care delivery to the residents of Central Ohio. We help individuals with a range of common mental health issues, including individuals struggling with substance abuse. After gathering information at your first visit, you will be advised on how best to manage the symptoms you are experiencing. Either with medication and/or therapy or referral for diagnostic tests.
![Photo of Sarah Niese, APRN, CNP, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/20a968b7-754b-4231-90d6-d79cc7633a05/1/320x400.jpeg)
Welcome! GentlePsych is an online telepsychiatry practice seeing patients ages 7 and up. I see clients both in person and telemedicine to allow the most comfortable space for you. I am a dual board-certified family and psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in diagnostic testing and medication management for a wide range of mental health conditions including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and mood disorders. I also offer medical weight loss services that are designed not only to address physical health concerns but also to foster mental wellness.
Welcome! GentlePsych is an online telepsychiatry practice seeing patients ages 7 and up. I see clients both in person and telemedicine to allow the most comfortable space for you. I am a dual board-certified family and psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in diagnostic testing and medication management for a wide range of mental health conditions including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and mood disorders. I also offer medical weight loss services that are designed not only to address physical health concerns but also to foster mental wellness.
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Online Psychiatrists
Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.