Telehealth

Increasingly, healthcare professionals are using technology as part of their practice, offering telemedicine, telehealth / teletherapy options to patients and clients.

At Del Ray Psych & Wellness, teletherapy is provided through a confidential, HIPAA compliant video platform called Simple Practice. As long as you have a computer or phone with a camera and internet connection, telehealth is an option for you. Your therapist provides the same treatment as if you were seeing each other in person.

Our therapists provide the same high-quality care via teletherapy for individuals and couples as we do in person. Teletherapy offers expanded access to care for our clients and improves continuity of care. It allows us to provide added convenience, and to be responsive to varying circumstances (practical and clinical) that might warrant remote care.

How does Telehealth work?

  • Through your phone, tablet or computer — any device with an internet connection; if you have ever used Skype on your computer or FaceTime on your iPhone, you have used the same type of technology that telehealth uses. Del Ray Psych & Wellness uses Simple Practice

  • Appointments are the same length as your in-person sessions and are scheduled in the same way.

  • You choose a quiet, private spot free of distraction, interruptions and background noise and connect with your therapist via a safe, secure online platform.

 

Is telehealth covered by insurance?

  • Most BCBS plans cover teletherapy sessions if both video and audio features are used; co-pays and deductibles still apply. There are some plans that exclude teletherapy. Therefore, it is important to verify your benefits prior to starting teletherapy.

  • If you are using out-of-network benefits, we encourage you to contact your health insurance provider to learn more about out-of-network benefits for teletherapy.

NOTE: Clinicians are subject to state licensure law and regulations, including for telehealth services. Therefore, clinicians must be licensed in the state that you reside in while services are being rendered.