Telehealth
Telehealth is a new wave of digital and technology-enhanced medical services that are more accessible than in-person treatment. Along with standard healthcare done virtually, telehealth also treats substance abuse and mental illness. Addiction and mental health rehab have become available online to make it more possible for people to get the help they need regardless of where they are in the world. Remote care opens lines of communication to make healthcare services more accessible for all—medical providers and patients. Receiving help for your addiction and mental disorder struggles is important for living a happy and healthy life, but some people find that in-person care isn’t feasible. Aliya Health Group provides telehealth resources as part of our holistic approach to recovery so that everyone can be treated the way that best resonates.
What Is Telehealth?
Telehealth, or telemedicine, refers to all healthcare services that can be provided digitally. Thus, telehealth encompasses virtual communication, like meetings, as well as digitalized data and processing. Remote care can take various approaches, from synchronous to asynchronous.
Examples of synchronous (real-time) telehealth:
- Video meetings
- Phone calls
- Live messaging
- Virtual therapy sessions
- Remote counseling
- Web conferencing
Examples of asynchronous (delayed timing) telehealth:
- Video meetings
- Phone calls
- Voice messages
- Non-synchronous messaging
- Digital prescription fulfillment
- Digital medical histories
Telehealth spans essentially all areas of health that can be conducted either face-to-face or in-center. Advances are still being made so more elements of medical wellness can be digitized, like physical rehabilitation, which involves in-person treatment. Yet, there are not many limitations to what telemedicine includes. Recovery programming for substance use disorder and mental disorders is made more possible through virtual services.
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How Does Telehealth Work?
Telehealth works similarly to in-person care, with a few modifications that make the process simpler for the patient. For example, remote meetings with a therapist or counselor follow the exact same process as a face-to-face meeting. Yet, both parties connect virtually using the platform they decide upon in advance. Options include phone calls, video calls, or messaging.
In the same way as one-on-one sessions, group therapy (including family counseling) can be conducted through virtual visits with a therapist. Therapists may assign tasks to patients before the next session, just as they would in person. Telehealth also includes any virtual communication and data input that happens outside of sessions, like sharing progress.
Online Therapy
Telehealth therapy allows substance addiction and mental illness to be treated with the aid of telecommunication. With substance use addiction a prevalent issue that has increased since the COVID-19 pandemic, accessible care is needed. Notably, intake, diagnosis, therapy, counseling, medication management, and future planning can all be conducted with telehealth tools. Online therapy has many benefits, including the simplicity of meeting, saving cost and time, flexibility in communication, and more privacy of treatment.
Medication Management
Another benefit of telemedicine is how easy it makes medication management. Not only can consultations for prescriptions be conducted virtually, but prescriptions can be fulfilled digitally and even mailed out. Above all, it saves patients time and money on travel, so there are fewer steps for them to get medicine.
Further, medication monitoring is possible through asynchronous data input. Primary care providers can track that prescriptions are effective and make changes where needed.
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What Are the Advantages of Telehealth?
There are many advantages to telehealth, both for the patient and the healthcare provider. In fact, therapists have reported that virtual sessions allow them to better connect with their patients. In many cases, they found that a new kind of vulnerability could be created in a virtual session. This may be largely due to patients being able to choose their space to call from. Instead of meeting in an office, they can communicate from their home and even allow their therapist into a private space.
Telehealth makes care more accessible by removing barriers such as cost, time, and stigma. Conversely, it makes long-term consistency more likely in rehabilitation for a smoother path to sobriety and healing.
Easier Access to Healthcare
Virtual visits, digital communication, and data entry through health apps allow patients to save time and money. Rather than traveling for an in-person visit, they can reach a therapist from their location. This removes barriers like time taken away from work and home responsibilities and travel costs. Further, remote medicine lets individuals connect with health providers outside of their geographical circle for more tailored care.
More Privacy
Because individuals don’t need to spend as much time and cost on rehab appointments, their treatment can remain private. Attending a virtual treatment session is as simple as stepping away from work or school for a short window of time. Even a lunch break can become a therapeutic session. Correspondingly, more privacy around treatment helps remove some of the stigma around needing help. Patients can choose whether to reveal the details of their care program or not.
Continuation of Care
Lastly, because telehealth makes care so accessible, it encourages individuals to stay in treatment for as long as necessary. Healing from mental illness and substance abuse is a journey with highs and lows. Many people exit rehab before they are fully equipped to use the tools they’ve learned to make sobriety a priority. Trigger management skills retention and continued care help individuals have more success at avoiding relapse.
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Telehealth for Mental Health
Just as substance use can be treated with telehealth offerings, virtual care is effective at helping individuals heal from mental disorders. A combination of research-based therapy (like psychotherapy), support counseling, and case-by-case medication management aids in holistic recovery. Behavioral therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) can be conducted virtually with great success! In the same way, remote therapy and counseling are available to you.
What Mental Health Disorders Can Telehealth Help With?
Telehealth can be incorporated into treatment for any mental health disorder. Regardless of what you’re struggling with, virtual care options can simplify your treatment plan so you can focus on getting well.
Some of the mental disorders treated via telehealth include:
- Anxiety disorders
- Depressive disorders
- Substance use disorder (SUD)
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Bipolar disorder
- Acute stress disorder
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Eating disorders
- Opioid addiction
- Alcohol addiction
Please reach out to us if you’re dealing with any of these mental health issues so we can set you up in recovery.
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Tips for Successful Telehealth
As shown, virtual behavioral health session therapy is mostly similar to standard in-person meetings. Yet, it can feel a little bit new the first time you make the switch to a remote session. To ensure you’re prepared for your session, there are a few steps you can take.
Firstly, find a quiet place where you won’t be interrupted and can speak freely. This may be the hardest part of the whole process! It’s imperative to find a room where you can be alone. Also, aim to find a safe space that is free from distraction, just like an office setting is designed. But don’t be afraid to make your space comfortable! One of the benefits of teletherapy is being able to be more physically comfortable in your home.
Lastly, make sure you have a strong internet connection so your session won’t be cut off. It’s smart to familiarize yourself with telehealth’s technology element before your first session so you aren’t scrambling. Don’t be afraid to undergo virtual health care for the first time. It’s a great option to add to your life to save time and hassle.
We accept health insurance
Aliya Health Group accepts most major health insurance providers on both a national and local level. Some of the health insurance providers we work include:
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Frequently Asked Questions
Before entering outpatient treatment for substance abuse, most people have a long list of questions and concerns. To help you gain a better understanding of what to expect during outpatient programs, we have compiled a list of our most frequently asked questions.
Yes, our rehabilitation facilities have designated smoking areas available. However, kindly note that all cigarettes brought into the facility must be in unopened packs or cartons. The same rule applies to any cigarettes sent or brought by family or friends. Our staff will be more than happy to provide you with additional details regarding these guidelines during the admission process.
Yes, in most cases, we can offer repayment options tailored to your unique circumstances. For more details regarding personal repayment options, we recommend reaching out to our admissions team. They’ll be more than happy to assist you.
We accept all major insurance plans at our treatment locations. To learn more about insurance and treatment cost, contact our admissions team or fill out our secure insurance verification form.
Yes, we provide integrative dual diagnostics alongside a wide array of treatment modalities. Our core objective revolves around tackling addiction, while simultaneously addressing the underlying factors that contribute to substance use disorders. Our mission is to deliver effective and holistic care that encompasses both symptom management and the exploration of root causes of addiction.
In terms of cost, outpatient treatment is typically more affordable than inpatient options which require round-the-clock medical supervision. This makes it a viable solution for individuals who may be deterred from seeking help due to financial constraints.