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Item Effect of Telehealth on Mental Health Therapy [paper](2021-12) Daniel, Alison; Patel, StephanieThis literature review assesses if therapy delivered via telehealth is comparable to face-to-face therapy. Telehealth is on the rise due to the COVID-19 pandemic and continues to be used daily across the United States. Method: A literature search of articles focusing on how telehealth affects patient outcomes and satisfaction. Articles were found through UpToDate, Texas State University Library, and PubMed. Results: Telehealth was as successful as face-to-face therapy based on studies. Barriers and benefits were identified during the review. Barriers include connection issues, hearing/visual impairment, and impaired communication. Benefits of telehealth include accessibility, reduced commute time, and cost-effectiveness. Discussion: Therapy via telehealth is comparable to face-to-face in most circumstances. More research should be done on varying psychiatric illnesses and their severity. A training or certification course could be beneficial to educate providers on laws, techniques, and strategies to improve telehealth experiences for patients.Item Teletherapy Effectiveness in 2021 [poster](2021-12) Daniel, Alison; Patel, StephanieBefore the pandemic, telehealth was mainly used in rural areas that did not have access to specialized medical services such as mental health. The CDC found that the number of telehealth visits increased by 50% during the first quarter of 2020, with a 154% increase in week 13 of 2020 compared to 2019 (Kooninet al., 2020). Emergency policies put into place due to Covid have allowed more flexibility in providing telehealth services. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and DEA made it possible for patients to receive telemedicine in their home, allowed providers to practice across state lines, prescribe controlled substances, and allowed providers to be paid at the same rate as in-person visits (Policy changes during COVID-19, n.d.). Aim: Explore how the delivery method of therapy, telehealth vs. face-to-face, impacts patient satisfaction. Provide mental health providers the knowledge on if telehealth/teletherapy can be beneficial for their patient population. Provide recommendations for future research opportunities. Provide recommendations for implementing telehealth into future practice.