As behavioral health programs evolve, organizations are searching for new ways to deliver care that is flexible, accessible, and effective. Teletherapy is emerging as a critical addition to comprehensive behavioral health programs. For organizations already leveraging FasPsych’s telepsychiatry services, teletherapy offers a seamless way to expand patient care, improve outcomes, and meet diverse needs across clinics, hospitals, detention centers, and more.
In this article, we’ll explore what teletherapy is, how it helps patients, and how to integrate teletherapy and psychiatry into different organizational settings.
What Is Teletherapy?
Teletherapy is the delivery of psychotherapy, counseling, and behavioral health sessions via secure online platforms. Unlike telepsychiatry, which focuses on psychiatric evaluations and medication management, teletherapy centers on talk therapy provided by licensed clinicians such as social workers, psychologists, and counselors.
Teletherapy covers a wide range of modalities (cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, family therapy, and more), enabling organizations to address the full spectrum of behavioral health needs. Sessions are conducted remotely, removing geographic barriers for both patients and providers.
How Teletherapy Helps Patients
Adding teletherapy to your program can drive meaningful benefits for patient care, especially in primary care and counseling settings:
- Expanded Access: Patients in rural, remote, or high-security environments can receive consistent therapy without needing to travel.
- Continuity of Care: When onsite therapists aren’t available or patients relocate, teletherapy ensures ongoing support.
- Flexible Scheduling: Virtual sessions can be offered outside of typical hours or during provider shortages, reducing wait times and gaps in care.
- Reduced Stigma: Some patients feel more comfortable engaging in therapy from the privacy of home, making them more likely to seek and continue care.
Teletherapy has all the benefits of going to a therapist’s office, without the commute.
Integrating Teletherapy into Different Care Environments
Successfully adding teletherapy requires adapting your workflows and considering the needs of your team and patient demographic. Here’s how different environments can leverage FasPsych’s teletherapy offering:
Primary Care & Family Medicine Clinics
- Identify behavioral health needs during patient visits and offer teletherapy as an immediate or follow-up option.
- Encourage patients to check with their health insurance provider to verify whether mental health services are covered. If yes, they can set up a telehealth appointment with their new therapist.
- Once they start teletherapy sessions, you’ll collaborate with your patient’s therapist to deliver whole-person, integrated care.
Counseling Practices & Community Mental Health Centers
- Expand your reach by offering teletherapy to patients on waitlists or in areas with limited in-person providers.
- Use teletherapy for after-hours or weekend access, supporting patient engagement and continuity.
- Support patients who may travel or relocate, so you can maintain your relationships virtually.
Hospitals (Inpatient & Outpatient Programs)
- Provide teletherapy as step-down or transitional support for patients leaving inpatient units.
- Ensure coverage during staff shortages or holidays.
- Support intensive outpatient programs with virtual group or individual sessions tailored to patient needs.
Detention Centers & Justice-Involved Settings
- Safely provide therapy to incarcerated individuals without transportation or security risks.
- Address mandated behavioral health requirements efficiently and securely.
- Support continuity of care as individuals transition back into the community.
- Reduce recidivism with high-quality mental health treatment.
Specialty Clinics & Integrated Care Models
- Add teletherapy to programs focused on addiction recovery, trauma, or other complex behavioral health needs.
- Coordinate care between teletherapists, telepsychiatrists, and onsite providers for comprehensive treatment plans.
Benefits of Teletherapy with FasPsych
Choosing FasPsych as your telepsychology partner delivers key advantages:
- Clinical Quality: Access to licensed therapists experienced in serving diverse patient populations.
- Flexible Solutions: Teletherapy is available on-demand or as ongoing support, tailored to your organization’s needs.
- Secure & Compliant: Sessions are delivered on HIPAA-compliant platforms with integration options for your existing EHR or EMR.
- Coordinated Care: Teletherapy is designed to complement FasPsych’s core telepsychiatry services, supporting a true continuum of care.
- Scalable Deployment: Start with a pilot program or scale teletherapy based on demand and patient needs.
Frequently Asked Questions About Teletherapy with FasPsych
How do we get started with FasPsych’s teletherapy services?
Online therapy services are available by request for CCBHCs, FQHCs, CMHCs, RHCs, emergency departments, correctional facilities, detention centers, and other organizations. It’s free to join the FasPsych network. Once you’re signed up, you can browse providers or request a consultation to assess your needs and discuss customized deployment options.
Can FasPsych provide face-to-face therapy sessions?
Yes! Our providers primarily offer online counseling, but we understand that some cases may require in-person therapy sessions. If your clinic needs an in-person mental health care professional to work full- or part-time, we can facilitate that as part of our staffing solutions service.
Who provides teletherapy sessions?
Sessions are delivered by FasPsych’s network of licensed providers, including psychologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs), and professional counselors, matched to your patient population.
Can teletherapy be integrated with telepsychiatry services?
Absolutely! FasPsych specializes in integrated behavioral health, making it easy to coordinate therapy and psychiatric care for your patients. Our mental health professionals work as part of your team, coordinating care with other health providers.
What technology is required?
FasPsych uses secure, HIPAA-compliant video platforms that are easy to use and can be integrated with your clinic’s existing workflows.
How will patients work with their therapist?
Patients will interface with their mental health team through a secure online portal. Live video sessions or phone calls can be conducted through the platform in real-time. Patients may send messages to their teletherapist, but standard text messaging is not part of the platform. Keeping everything in the platform keeps your patients and our providers safe.
How will providers work with the mental health team?
FasPsych providers will meet with your patients via videoconferencing or for in-person sessions, depending on their needs and the terms of your services. After each session, the teletherapist will add notes and recommendations to the patient’s record. If you would like to speak to the provider, you can contact them through the portal at any time. The goal is to work together to support the well-being of each patient through whole-person care— mind and body.
Add Teletherapy to Your Practice with FasPsych
At FasPsych, we believe everyone deserves access to quality mental health support—no matter where they are. By integrating teletherapy into your program, you’re taking an important step toward meeting patients where they need you most. If you’re ready to bring compassionate, expert care directly to your community, we’re here to help you make it happen. Contact FasPsych today to learn how we can design a total wellness solution that fits your organization.