Telehealth
Your Questions Answered
Location
Telehealth provides the opportunity to do services from anywhere internet access is present. However, there are some rules about location to provide therapeutic services. Licensure for Counselors is provided by the state and each state has their own system and requirements to qualify for a counseling license.
Currently the state requires that licensed counselors provide services within the state boundaries they are licensed in. According to state requirements the client must be physically located in Washington State at the time of services when having an appointment.
Etiquette
The same level of environment as coming into an office setting is provided through Telehealth. Even though you are in a place of your choice it is imporatant to respect some basic rules to support the growth process.
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Clients are required to be fully dressed during all sessions
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Clients should not be operating a vehicle during sessions
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Clients will not use or be under the influence of drugs, alcohol or nicotene during sessions
Upon awareness of or cocern of any of the above provider will acknowledge it, end session and client will be responsible for the cancelation fee.
Level of Care
Factors to consider when choosing telehealth services are:
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age
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communication
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safety concerns ie ..harm to self or others
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access to a secure uninterrupted environment
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Provider will screen for appropriate level of care prior to and throughout treatment.