What is Teletherapy?
What is Teletherapy?
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Teletherapy is the online delivery of speech and language therapy services via high-resolution, live video conferencing.
The actual therapy is the same as the therapist would deliver face-to-face, only teletherapy is done with a computer! Licensed therapists use traditional therapy techniques and activities and enhance those techniques through innovative software and tools and have the technology literally at their fingertips to plan and deliver high-quality services.
Teletherapy is a convenient, safe and effective service delivery model to receive speech and language therapy services. Both the client and the therapist connect to a secure online video-conferencing platform and work on activities, goals, and tasks that they may normally would in a face to face session.
How does it work?
How does it work?
Therapist and family connects through a secure video-conferencing platform and work on skills and tasks that would normally be targeted in an in-person session. Therapist presents the child with a variety of interactive games and activities that capture the kids attention to keep him motivated and participating.
How to know if Teletherapy is right for your child and your family?
An initial consultation is scheduled with a licensed and certified Speech and Language Pathologist to determine if Teletherapy is right for your child.
During the initial consultation you should expect to be asked a couple of questions about your child and based on the information to provide, the therapist will present your child with a variety of interactive activities that are age relevant and related to the concerns you have with your child.
At the end of the consultation, the therapist will let you know if teletherapy may be the right choice for your child.
Teletherapy is...
Convenient
Convenient
You don't have to leave your home!
You have access to a certified and licensed Speech and Language Pathologist right from your computer or tablet.
No driving, no waiting, no stress!
Flexible
Flexible
The therapist is able to connect with you and your child on a time and day that is convenient for you and your family.
Secure
Secure
The video-conferencing platform used to conduct teletherapy sessions is compliant with HIPPA regulations.
And most important...
Teletherapy is
Teletherapy is
Effective!
Effective!
There has been a lot of research on teletherapy as it continues to grow as a service delivery model. Research has found very few differences between telepractice and traditional in-person therapy!
Also, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) has recognized teletherapy as an effective method of service delivery since 2005.
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