When you need to talk to someone about your life – whether it be stressors, anxiety, or simply figuring out your next step, a psychiatrist is the way to go. They offer in-person sessions, medications, and psychotherapy to improve your mental health and overall well-being.
But what if you can't get to your appointment? Or what if you're stuck in the house but still need help? Telepsychiatry is the answer and is just as helpful and efficient as an in-person therapy session.
At Carolina Wellness Psychiatry, our team is happy to offer in-person and telepsychiatry sessions to suit all our patients' needs. Two expert psychiatrists and one experienced psychologist make up our team of professionals who provide various treatments for mental health issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Telepsychiatry is a tool many facilities utilize to provide psychiatric services to people who live far from office facilities or who are unable to leave their homes for various reasons. It uses telecommunications, either through phone calls or video appointments on a computer.
Many practices now offer telepsychiatry, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. It allows you to receive psychiatric treatment and therapy even if you're sick.
The main difference between telepsychiatry and traditional psychiatry is that you don't need to get in your car, drive to the office, and drive back home. You can be ready for your appointment by dialing or touching the computer.
We provide all the same treatments and therapies at a telepsychiatry appointment as in person. Some of the things we offer at both types of appointments include:
For many people, telepsychiatry takes the stress and anxiety out of driving to the office, traffic, and being around others if they don't want to be. It opens up the psychiatry world to those who previously wouldn't have been able to access it.
The answer is yes, telepsychiatry can be as effective as in-person sessions. The only difference is that you're not physically sitting in front of one of our team members, but they provide the same care either way.
According to the American Psychiatric Association, telepsychiatry has a very high satisfaction rate among patients and psychiatrists alike. The association also states that the quality of care, treatment effectiveness, and accuracy of diagnosis are equivalent to in-office appointments.
Telepsychiatry has been very effective in treating various mental health conditions, including depression, PTSD, and ADHD, among others. It's an excellent option for people in remote areas or those with disabilities who can't attend an in-person appointment.
Telepsychiatry has opened up many benefits that traditional appointments had trouble fulfilling. We’re excited to provide telepsychiatry because of the following benefits:
What's more convenient than rolling out of bed, putting on some clothes, and dialing our number on the phone or connecting to a video chat via the internet? The convenience factor is what makes telepsychiatry so appealing to many people needing treatment.
Another extremely beneficial aspect of telepsychiatry is its accessibility for every patient. People who live in very remote areas now have access to psychiatric care right at their fingertips, as do those who can't drive or get to an appointment.
The quality of care stays the same whether you see your provider over a video chat, hear them on the phone, or sit with them in the office. Your care is just as important to us no matter which you choose.
Telepsychiatry may also be more cost-effective for some patients, saving them the cost of gas and other medical expenses that they won't need to pay out from home.
Many factors determine which option is better for you. For instance, if you prefer to sit and talk face-to-face, we can provide that, but if you're more comfortable in your home, telepsychiatry may be for you.
We provide you with the same types of therapy whether you come in for an in-person session or book a video or phone visit. We can discuss medication changes, different types of treatment, and anything else you'd like to talk about.
It's really a matter of personal preference when deciding whether to choose telepsychiatry or in-office appointments. You're not locked into either one; you can change up your appointments as you see fit for your needs and schedule.
Call Carolina Wellness Psychiatry today to schedule a telepsychiatry appointment, or use our online booking feature to request a consultation with our team.
