Benefits to Teletherapy

Tele-therapy or Tele-health is the use of information and communication technologies to deliver health-related services through the internet over a secure HIPAA compliant video conferencing when the provider and client are in different physical locations.  

There are so many benefits to tele-therapy. 

🖥 It’s Convenient - Teletherapy can be done anywhere as long as there is a stable internet connection.  It’s a great option for parents with busy schedules because it allows their child to receive OT when it's most convenient for them.  There’s no need to wait in a clinic or spend gas money driving to and from appointments when your child can receive OT in the comfort of their own home.  You can also schedule therapy in between scheduled activities.  

🖥 Increases Access - Teletherapy gives you a wider selection to qualified OTs.  Teletherapy is a great option for underserved populations or families living in remote areas when there is no access to an in-person option available.  It’s also great for those families who feel more “safe” being at home due to the pandemic.  

🖥 Technology is Engaging - With teletherapy the OT has access to so many games and activities that are interactive and engaging for your child.  With the use of technology, children will be more motivated and look forward to their OT sessions. 

🖥 Increases Consistency - Teletherapy eliminates most obstacles that a parent would face in comparison to in-person sessions.  There would be no need to cancel appointments when your car breaks down or with poor weather conditions.  It also provides wider scheduling options.