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Telemedicine

04.15.20 | Counselor's Corner | by Lisa Blackwood

Telemedicine

    As the situation with the COVID-19 pandemic continues to develop and evolve, your safety, health, and well-being are a priority. While we may not physically be together, we can stay connected with the blessing of the digital age.

    As the situation with the COVID-19 pandemic continues to develop and evolve, your safety, health, and well-being are a priority. While we may not physically be together, we can stay connected with the blessing of the digital age.

    Telemedicine transitions in-person clinical counseling of mental or chemical health issues into online therapy, providing the same level of compassionate and comprehensive services. This service ensures you to have encouragement as a client as well as safeguards the recommendations of the Health Officials, migrating to remote habitats.

    If the thought of virtual sessions causes you pause, note that research shows efficacy for online talk therapy, as well as online Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing therapy. As such, literal changes to the brain, strengthening the regions of the brain that help reduce symptoms of depression/anxiety as well as support during recovery are like that of in-person counseling.

    The Telemedicine process is not complicated; all you will need is access to the internet via a computer or your smartphone. Telemedicine is also HIPPA compliant.

    Austin Wellness, PLLC will try to meet your needs safely and in a personalized manner. Please reach out if you feel the need. (512) 257-0050 X113

    Lisa Blackwood MS MA LPC-S #19803 LCDC#4065 EMDR Certified