Telehealth advantages may be even stronger for mental health treatment, perhaps due to better continuity and the comfort and convenience of being seen at home. According to Stephanie Sarkis, Ph.D., a clinical specialist in child and adolescent counseling, teletherapy benefits her patients.
“There is evidence that cognitive-behavioral (CBT) teletherapy is just as effective as in-person therapy. For the treatment of depression, studies showed that CBT teletherapy was more effective than in-person therapy.”In any situation, a patient should have the opportunity to communicate with a provider who listens well and asks appropriate follow-up questions.
