Telepsychiatry for Boston, MA
![Photo of Christopher Robertson, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/046f4389-2fd0-456a-8509-2dfae18364d4/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a board-certified, Harvard-trained psychiatrist providing psychiatric evaluations, medication management and therapy to children, adolescents and adults. I specialize in helping individuals with ADHD, depression, autism and those who are gender-diverse or other LGBTQ+ individuals. I believe in guiding and empowering you to make your own decisions about what is right for you and your mental health. Whether through diagnosis, medication, or therapy, I will help you meet your personal treatment goals. Ultimately, I believe the relationship between the clinician and the patient is the most important factor in treatment.
I am a board-certified, Harvard-trained psychiatrist providing psychiatric evaluations, medication management and therapy to children, adolescents and adults. I specialize in helping individuals with ADHD, depression, autism and those who are gender-diverse or other LGBTQ+ individuals. I believe in guiding and empowering you to make your own decisions about what is right for you and your mental health. Whether through diagnosis, medication, or therapy, I will help you meet your personal treatment goals. Ultimately, I believe the relationship between the clinician and the patient is the most important factor in treatment.
![Photo of Drew Pittman, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e19d15ec-4f77-4900-a433-bdb64b8e3680/5/320x400.jpeg)
Drew Pittman
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02116 (Online Only)
I am currently accepting new patients for same week telehealth appointments in Ohio, Florida, Colorado and Massachusetts. I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I treat adults suffering as a result of trauma, depression, anxiety, and obsessive compulsive disorder. I specialize in offering individualized, measurement based care to quickly assess and treat your illness. I prescribe psychiatric medications and recommend therapy modalities and natural remedies that are tailored to your symptoms. I take pride in improving your well-being quickly, while minimizing side effects from medications.
I am currently accepting new patients for same week telehealth appointments in Ohio, Florida, Colorado and Massachusetts. I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I treat adults suffering as a result of trauma, depression, anxiety, and obsessive compulsive disorder. I specialize in offering individualized, measurement based care to quickly assess and treat your illness. I prescribe psychiatric medications and recommend therapy modalities and natural remedies that are tailored to your symptoms. I take pride in improving your well-being quickly, while minimizing side effects from medications.
![Photo of Jackie Ollis, MSN, PMHNP, -BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bbea6674-89b8-4ff7-a7de-f2bc3f9fcc32/1/320x400.jpeg)
Jackie Ollis
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02110 (Online Only)
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Jackie and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of Massachusetts. I specialize in Anxiety, ADHD, College & Graduate Student Mental Health, Depression, Insomnia & Sleep Issues, LGBTQIA/gender/sexuality topics, Life Coaching, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Race & Cultural Identity and Relationship Issues. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Jackie and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of Massachusetts. I specialize in Anxiety, ADHD, College & Graduate Student Mental Health, Depression, Insomnia & Sleep Issues, LGBTQIA/gender/sexuality topics, Life Coaching, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Race & Cultural Identity and Relationship Issues. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
![Photo of Theresa Webster, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d3d658b7-4834-4b15-b6d6-ff66d1ed6dfb/1/320x400.png)
Do you feel like you are constantly fighting with your own brain? You try to concentrate on a task but your mind constantly wanders off. Your friends joke that you have no concept of time but you wonder when they will tire of your inconsistency. You struggle in social settings with worry that you are talking too much or lose track of what someone is talking with you about when in conversation. Your finances are a mess or you just can’t seem to hold on to savings. Social media has you thinking you might have ADHD and you are ready to find answers.
Do you feel like you are constantly fighting with your own brain? You try to concentrate on a task but your mind constantly wanders off. Your friends joke that you have no concept of time but you wonder when they will tire of your inconsistency. You struggle in social settings with worry that you are talking too much or lose track of what someone is talking with you about when in conversation. Your finances are a mess or you just can’t seem to hold on to savings. Social media has you thinking you might have ADHD and you are ready to find answers.
![Photo of Yixi Dong, MSN, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a1928703-a8c4-455f-af00-232d16d70d12/2/320x400.jpeg)
Yixi Dong
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02109 (Online Only)
As a college student, you may suddenly have to master every aspect of your life with little guidance in college. Have you wondered why you hold such high expectations for yourself? Why do you constantly worry about how others see you? Why do you prioritize others’ feelings over yours? How can you focus on classes and complete assignments on time? You may feel lost and confused. This can lead to sadness, fatigue, loss of interest in activities, or constant anxiety about things that don’t seem to bother others. You may feel like you’ve lost control of your emotions.
As a college student, you may suddenly have to master every aspect of your life with little guidance in college. Have you wondered why you hold such high expectations for yourself? Why do you constantly worry about how others see you? Why do you prioritize others’ feelings over yours? How can you focus on classes and complete assignments on time? You may feel lost and confused. This can lead to sadness, fatigue, loss of interest in activities, or constant anxiety about things that don’t seem to bother others. You may feel like you’ve lost control of your emotions.
![Photo of Jessica Francois, DNP, PMHNP, -BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/97754479-2470-4e72-bbca-17f19e79ff47/2/320x400.jpeg)
Jessica Francois
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02110 (Online Only)
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Jessica and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of Massachusetts. I specialize in Depression, Insomnia/Sleep Issues, Life Coaching and Anxiety. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Jessica and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of Massachusetts. I specialize in Depression, Insomnia/Sleep Issues, Life Coaching and Anxiety. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
![Photo of Chenelle Christian, MSN, PMHNPBC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/03910991-eca7-417f-93f9-6c1c5b931973/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hello! I am a board certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP.) I am also Perinatal mental health certified. I provide diagnostic evaluations and medication management services to individuals 18-65 years old with mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, womens mental health and various other psychiatric diagnoses.
Hello! I am a board certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP.) I am also Perinatal mental health certified. I provide diagnostic evaluations and medication management services to individuals 18-65 years old with mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, womens mental health and various other psychiatric diagnoses.
![Photo of Carol Count Robinson, PhD, ANP-BC, PMHNP, BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/713ad876-b35e-4fe9-a887-40eea27beb8a/2/320x400.jpeg)
Carol Count Robinson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PhD, ANP-BC, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02110 (Online Only)
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Carol Robinson and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of Massachusetts. I specialize in ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar, Chronic Illness, Insomnia/Sleep Issues, Maternal Mental Health/Pre/Postpartum, PTSD/Trauma, Loss/Grief/Bereavement, OCD. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Carol Robinson and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of Massachusetts. I specialize in ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar, Chronic Illness, Insomnia/Sleep Issues, Maternal Mental Health/Pre/Postpartum, PTSD/Trauma, Loss/Grief/Bereavement, OCD. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
![Photo of Beth Makar, MSN, PMHNP, -BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ebc1bf10-1e29-4281-ad09-bcf45c5da260/1/320x400.png)
Beth Makar
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02110 (Online Only)
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Beth and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of Massachusetts. I specialize in ADHD, , Anxiety, Bipolar, Depression, Infertility, Insomnia/Sleep Issues, Life Transitions, Loss, grief, bereavement, Men's Issues, OCD, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Sexual Health/Dysfunction, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Stress Management and Women's Issues. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Beth and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of Massachusetts. I specialize in ADHD, , Anxiety, Bipolar, Depression, Infertility, Insomnia/Sleep Issues, Life Transitions, Loss, grief, bereavement, Men's Issues, OCD, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Sexual Health/Dysfunction, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Stress Management and Women's Issues. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
![Photo of Dr. Fey Ramey, APRN, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a18afed6-9187-4ade-8c34-d3c6be110129/1/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Fey Ramey
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02199 (Online Only)
Welcome! I'm Dr. Fey Ramey, a dedicated psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 17 years of nursing experience and a doctorate from Duke University. Specializing in evidence-based mental health and substance use disorder treatment for over 2 years, I'm here to support individuals like you in your mental health journey. Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, ADHD, or other mental health concerns, I provide a safe, empathetic space tailored to meet your unique needs. My collaborative approach encompasses personalized treatment plans and a commitment to your empowerment.
Welcome! I'm Dr. Fey Ramey, a dedicated psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 17 years of nursing experience and a doctorate from Duke University. Specializing in evidence-based mental health and substance use disorder treatment for over 2 years, I'm here to support individuals like you in your mental health journey. Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, ADHD, or other mental health concerns, I provide a safe, empathetic space tailored to meet your unique needs. My collaborative approach encompasses personalized treatment plans and a commitment to your empowerment.
![Photo of William Chad Garrett, PMHNP, BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c02a4276-923f-436e-9ded-8cce835dc801/3/320x400.jpeg)
William Chad Garrett
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02215
When you are suffering, you want help now, not one month from now. If symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, depression, or insomnia are negatively affecting your life, follow the link to my website and click the "Request Consultation" button to get started.
When you are suffering, you want help now, not one month from now. If symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, depression, or insomnia are negatively affecting your life, follow the link to my website and click the "Request Consultation" button to get started.
![Photo of Charissa Turner, MSN, PMHNP, -BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1beb17db-4d40-4e41-8f13-165f019f486f/2/320x400.jpeg)
Charissa Turner
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02110 (Online Only)
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Charissa and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of Massachusetts. I specialize in Anxiety, ADHD, College & Graduate Student Health, Depression, Insomnia & Sleep Issues, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Life Transitions and Bipolar Disorder. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Charissa and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of Massachusetts. I specialize in Anxiety, ADHD, College & Graduate Student Health, Depression, Insomnia & Sleep Issues, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Life Transitions and Bipolar Disorder. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
![Photo of Lisa Curtain, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/cb52267f-6415-46c6-8a81-8a6e78987120/2/320x400.jpeg)
Lisa Curtain
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02128 (Online Only)
Welcome; My name is Lisa Curtain and I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) at The Evolving Mind LLC. I prescribe psychiatric medication for mental wellness and stability. I recognize that mental well-being is not merely the absence of illness but a dynamic state of balance, encompassing emotional, psychological, and social dimensions. Central to my approach is the cultivation of self-awareness and self-compassion. I encourage individuals to engage in a journey of introspection, exploring their thoughts, emotions and behaviors while being kind to self
Welcome; My name is Lisa Curtain and I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) at The Evolving Mind LLC. I prescribe psychiatric medication for mental wellness and stability. I recognize that mental well-being is not merely the absence of illness but a dynamic state of balance, encompassing emotional, psychological, and social dimensions. Central to my approach is the cultivation of self-awareness and self-compassion. I encourage individuals to engage in a journey of introspection, exploring their thoughts, emotions and behaviors while being kind to self
![Photo of Claire Twark, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1adc5c0c-1cfb-4177-91c7-6ff95c4c5a95/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Harvard-trained, Harvard-affiliated, and board-certified psychiatrist and addiction psychiatrist. I offer convenient Saturday morning hours in my Back Bay private practice as well as virtual evening hours on some other days. I offer therapy, medication management, or a combination of the two if needed. I enjoy collaborating with patients to achieve their goals and move forward on their journeys. I have expertise in sports psychiatry, including treating athletes/former athletes and incorporating exercise into treatment. I see patients ages 18+.
I am a Harvard-trained, Harvard-affiliated, and board-certified psychiatrist and addiction psychiatrist. I offer convenient Saturday morning hours in my Back Bay private practice as well as virtual evening hours on some other days. I offer therapy, medication management, or a combination of the two if needed. I enjoy collaborating with patients to achieve their goals and move forward on their journeys. I have expertise in sports psychiatry, including treating athletes/former athletes and incorporating exercise into treatment. I see patients ages 18+.
![Photo of Silas Willoughby, APRN, PMHNP-C, FNP-C, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/155ae188-a116-4b98-ac02-293260bd3ef6/2/320x400.jpeg)
Silas Willoughby
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP-C, FNP-C
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02119 (Online Only)
I am an inpatient adult, child & adolescent psychiatric and urgent care outpatient provider and a hospital attending. I am an Ivy League graduate and retired Army officer. I have both the experience, determination, critical thinking, and teamwork skills to help heal your body and mind and return you to full functionality within my scope of practice. I treat ADHD in Massachusetts (not Washington state) and most all other conditions in WA & MA including serious mental illness from bipolar disorder to schizophrenia. Always feels free to send me a message if you feel I can help you! We will work together to find you a solution!
I am an inpatient adult, child & adolescent psychiatric and urgent care outpatient provider and a hospital attending. I am an Ivy League graduate and retired Army officer. I have both the experience, determination, critical thinking, and teamwork skills to help heal your body and mind and return you to full functionality within my scope of practice. I treat ADHD in Massachusetts (not Washington state) and most all other conditions in WA & MA including serious mental illness from bipolar disorder to schizophrenia. Always feels free to send me a message if you feel I can help you! We will work together to find you a solution!
![Photo of Dominique Sanders, PhD, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1a13ba17-589e-4701-a376-a1bbf413d0b2/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dominique Sanders
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PhD, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02210 (Online Only)
Do you find yourself feeling on edge with anxiety, stress, and worried sick no matter what you do? Anxiety leaves us feeling panicked, exhausted and disconnected. You’re someone who deeply wants to feel peace, relaxed, and safe but still find yourself feeling out of control and heart racing. You want to feel calm and have no idea how to get there. You are ready to feel like yourself again, grounded with no fear or panic. You are ready to feel at ease in public and embrace connection at work and in your relationships. Most of all, you are ready to be free from the burden of anxiety, causing depression- I want to help you get there.
Do you find yourself feeling on edge with anxiety, stress, and worried sick no matter what you do? Anxiety leaves us feeling panicked, exhausted and disconnected. You’re someone who deeply wants to feel peace, relaxed, and safe but still find yourself feeling out of control and heart racing. You want to feel calm and have no idea how to get there. You are ready to feel like yourself again, grounded with no fear or panic. You are ready to feel at ease in public and embrace connection at work and in your relationships. Most of all, you are ready to be free from the burden of anxiety, causing depression- I want to help you get there.
![Photo of Angela Fontenot - Brightside Health, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d7fb2acb-8aea-4052-a87a-210537993ddd/1/320x400.jpeg)
Brightside Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02109 (Online Only)
It gets much better from here. No matter what you're going through, our expert providers are here to help with online mental health care tailored to you. Brightside Health offers personalized psychiatry, proven therapy, or both to help you feel better. Get started right from home, with appointments in as little as 2 days.
It gets much better from here. No matter what you're going through, our expert providers are here to help with online mental health care tailored to you. Brightside Health offers personalized psychiatry, proven therapy, or both to help you feel better. Get started right from home, with appointments in as little as 2 days.
![Photo of Linda Kim, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f76d82ec-3e4a-4858-98f3-4e36b83556e2/2/320x400.jpeg)
My patients often share with me that they look forward to their appointments with me as an opportunity to heal, to learn, and to grow in ways that were surprising to them. That is one of the most gratifying parts of my work. I am passionate about offering a holistic and inviting approach to emotional health treatment. I have significant training and experience to provide the most comprehensive care possible and deeply connect with patients. I attended medical school at Tufts University, and completed my adult residency program at Harvard Medical School (MGH/McLean). I am also certified through Postpartum Support International.
My patients often share with me that they look forward to their appointments with me as an opportunity to heal, to learn, and to grow in ways that were surprising to them. That is one of the most gratifying parts of my work. I am passionate about offering a holistic and inviting approach to emotional health treatment. I have significant training and experience to provide the most comprehensive care possible and deeply connect with patients. I attended medical school at Tufts University, and completed my adult residency program at Harvard Medical School (MGH/McLean). I am also certified through Postpartum Support International.
![Photo of Kaloyan Tanev, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3d041bba-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I help clients resolve psychological or psychiatric problems that keep them from fully experiencing their lives. I also work with people to help them achieve their life goals. Because no two people are the same, treatment for every person should be individually tailored. I do therapy, and use medications when they are needed. Some of the therapies I use are hypnotherapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, couples and family therapy. I help with anxiety, mood problems, habit problems, co-morbid medical and psychiatric problems, relationship and family problems.
I help clients resolve psychological or psychiatric problems that keep them from fully experiencing their lives. I also work with people to help them achieve their life goals. Because no two people are the same, treatment for every person should be individually tailored. I do therapy, and use medications when they are needed. Some of the therapies I use are hypnotherapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, couples and family therapy. I help with anxiety, mood problems, habit problems, co-morbid medical and psychiatric problems, relationship and family problems.
![Photo of Jacine Yael Vilches, DNP, PMHNPBC, FNP-BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d8d5ea84-f73b-4c3e-8424-9554e90cb256/3/320x400.jpeg)
Jacine Yael Vilches
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNPBC, FNP-BC
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02116 (Online Only)
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, my ideal client would be someone who is open, motivated, and committed to their healing and personal growth journey. They may be struggling with various mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma. However, they recognize the need for professional support and are willing to actively engage in the therapeutic process.
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, my ideal client would be someone who is open, motivated, and committed to their healing and personal growth journey. They may be struggling with various mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma. However, they recognize the need for professional support and are willing to actively engage in the therapeutic process.
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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.