As you search for ways to help your child thrive in the world around them, you may have determined that therapy is a good solution. Many parents, just like yourself, have questions about where to start and what the best move forward should be with therapy. Determining if your child is ready for therapy is a solid first step. After that, however, answering the questions of “Who”, “When” and “Where” can get complicated. Teletherapy for kids can easily provide an answer to all of those questions.
While you realize the importance of mental health and the incredible benefits therapy will have on your child, finding the actual time to make it happen is not always easy. Life is busy, the world is opening again, therapy schedules are limited, and activities for both you and your kids are increasing. It’s hard enough to find family time, much less therapy time. One solution to allowing you to prioritize your child’s mental health, and still have time for all of the other things that need to happen on any given day, is teletherapy for kids.
What is Teletherapy for Kids?
Defined simply as therapy online, teletherapy is increasing in popularity for both adults and children. And it’s been around for a lot longer than you might think. The American Psychological Association (APA) indicated that, “Research on telepsychology – which includes care delivered via phone, video or both – began around 1960.” After the pandemic made the world comfortably familiar with video conferencing, the use of teletherapy, particularly teletherapy for kids in the mental health arena, has been steadily increasing.
Benefits of Teletherapy for Kids
There are many benefits to teletherapy, from convenience to access, and those benefits become clear when it comes to finding the time to schedule a mental health provider for your child. In a nutshell, teletherapy for kids involves a video conference call between your child and their therapist. It allows your child to connect with a therapist from anywhere. Teletherapy broadens the possibilities for connecting the right provider with your child and their needs, and at a time and location that will work for your family.
Herrera Psychology has options to deliver teletherapy care that is accessible and comfortable for your child. With our teletherapy for kids program, Herrera Psychology offers ease of access, a safe space, professionally trained mental health professionals, and ease of technology that will keep your child engaged and supported on their mental health journey.
For more information on teletherapy for kids and getting started with Herrera Psychology, follow this teletherapy link or reach out to us for an evaluation session.
