The Ethical Practice of Telehealth
2.00 Credit Hours
Patients: Elena Rivera, Adrian Clarke, Nicole Barnes
Course Information
Course Content Level: Intermediate
This comprehensive course equips mental health professionals with essential knowledge and skills for effective and ethical telehealth practice. Covering the benefits, limitations, and effectiveness of telehealth, the curriculum addresses legal and regulatory frameworks, ethical considerations, best practices for various modalities, documentation, cultural competence, and digital equity. It explores adaptations for different populations and therapy types, emphasizes technology and security, and examines future trends. Designed for the post-COVID-19 landscape, this course prepares practitioners to navigate the nuances of telehealth and stay current in this evolving field.
This online continuing education course is designed for licensed professional counselors, mental health professionals, social workers, and other related professionals seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge. Participants should hold a minimum of a master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field. Prior completion of foundational coursework in counseling theories and techniques is also recommended to maximize the learning experience.
Accreditation Information
LPC
43 States
Fredrick.ai has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7633. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Fredrick.ai is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
Instructor Information
Dr. Krista Boyer
Dr. Krista Boyer is a licensed psychologist and founder of Authentic Perspectives Psychological & Consulting Services, where she provides individual psychotherapy, psychological assessments, organizational consulting, and community outreach programming. Dr. Boyer is dedicated to advancing the field through teaching, supervision, and consultation for mental health professionals, and has presented at the Pennsylvania Psychological Association, The Greater Pittsburgh Psychological Association, and the Association for Women in Psychology. Her contributions extend to publications in the Pennsylvania Psychologist, National Psychologist Newspaper, and appearances as a guest expert on BCTV’s Talking Mental Health and WMBS radio. As an adjunct faculty member at Carlow and Chatham Universities, she teaches a wide range of clinical courses, provides supervision to counselors in training, and services on doctoral dissertation committees.
Dr. Boyer holds a diverse academic background with undergraduate degrees in Art Therapy and Art History, a master’s and doctorate in Counseling Psychology, an MBA, and a yoga teacher certification. Currently pursuing a master’s in Clinical Psychopharmacology, she aims to integrate psychopharmacological interventions into her practice. Additionally, she serves on committees within the Pennsylvania Psychological Association and is the vice president of the Greater Pittsburgh Psychological Association. Her achievements include the Distinguished Alumni Leadership Award from Seton Hill University, recognition as Adjunct of the Year at Carlow University, and was a recipient of the Beth Rom-Rymer Scholarship for Psychopharmacology.
Learning Outcomes
- Identify and explain key legal and ethical regulations that govern the delivery of telehealth services, including licensure requirements, informed consent, and jurisdictional considerations.
- Document telehealth sessions in a legally compliant manner, including notation of client location, technical issues, modality used, and emergency planning, while ensuring electronic recordkeeping practices remain HIPAA-compliant.
- Demonstrate adaptations of core clinical skills—such as building rapport, reading nonverbal cues, and crisis management—for effective delivery in a virtual environment.
- Adapt teletherapy approaches to accommodate diverse client needs related to language, disability, age, digital literacy, and socioeconomic status.
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