How do I use telehealth for behavioral health care?

What behavioral health services are available via telehealth?

Telehealth for behavioral health provides access in a private and safe space. Many services can be accessed virtually:

• One on one therapy. You can have a private therapy session with a counselor online.
• Group therapy. Join therapy sessions with a group of people from different places.
• Text therapy. You can communicate with a mental health provider in writing.
• Addiction counseling. Telehealth can be used to get support for substance use issues.
• Medication prescribing. Providers can prescribe medications for mental health conditions during the telehealth session.
• Medication-assisted treatment. Telehealth may be used to provide medications to help people with substance use disorders.
• Medication monitoring. Your provider can keep track of side effects and your concerns with medication.
• Mental health screening. A provider can use telehealth to check for conditions like depression and anxiety.
• Referrals. Providers can recommend that you see a specialist.
• Anxiety and depression monitoring. Telehealth can be used to monitor and manage symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Tip: Read tips for using telehealth for behavioral health (PDF).