Telehealth, sometimes called virtual therapy is an excellent form of therapy for children of all ages. Research has shown that Telehealth is just as effective if not more effective as long as a parent or caregiver is able to assist the therapist. Telehealth gives your therapist the unique opportunity to teach the family techniques, but it also gives your therapist the ability to see your child in their natural setting.
Oftentimes children are fearful or uncomfortable coming to a medical or therapy office, especially the first few times. Telehealth allows your child to get to know the therapist while in the comfort of their own home.
The most important thing to remember about Telehealth Therapy for Children is that this is for the caregivers to learn. We can not be effective without the help of a parent. However, this should not be any difference then in person therapy. Therapy can not be effective (in person or virtual) without educating the families and having activities carried over in the home.
My advise to any family who finds their child on a "waiting list" to see an in person therapist, is to give virtual therapy a try. As long as you have a well trained, engaging therapist, who spends their time educating the family, you can be assured that you will see progress. DON'T LET YOU CHILD SIT ON A WAITING LIST IF VIRTUAL THERAPY IS AN OPTION.
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