Telepsychiatry

Personalized Psychiatric Care From Wherever You Are

Getting the mental health care you need shouldn't always require traveling to an office.

Telepsychiatry allows eligible patients to meet with a TruYou Psychiatry provider through a secure video appointment, making psychiatric care more convenient and accessible.

You'll receive the same personalized, collaborative approach to care while meeting with your provider remotely.

What Is Telepsychiatry?

Telepsychiatry is the delivery of psychiatric care through secure video technology.

Instead of traveling to an office, you can meet with your psychiatric provider remotely from a private location using a computer, tablet, or smartphone.

Depending on your individual needs and eligibility, telepsychiatry may be used for psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and follow-up appointments.

What Can Telepsychiatry Be Used For?

Telepsychiatry may be appropriate for the evaluation and ongoing treatment of conditions such as:

• Depression
• Anxiety disorders
• ADHD
• Bipolar disorder
• PTSD
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
• Panic disorder
• Mood disorders
• Other mental health concerns

Your provider can help determine whether telepsychiatry is appropriate for your particular needs.

Benefits of Telepsychiatry

Convenient Access to Care

Meet with your provider without spending additional time traveling to and from an office.

Care From a Familiar Environment

Many patients appreciate being able to participate in appointments from the privacy and comfort of their home or another appropriate private location.

Easier Follow-Up Care

Virtual appointments can make it more convenient to maintain regular follow-up visits and stay connected with your provider.

Personalized Attention

A virtual appointment doesn't mean less personalized care. You'll still have an opportunity to discuss your concerns, ask questions, and participate in decisions about your treatment.

What Happens During a Telepsychiatry Appointment?

A telepsychiatry appointment is similar in many ways to an in-person psychiatric appointment.

Your provider may discuss:

• Your current symptoms and concerns
• Changes since your previous appointment
• Your medical and mental health history
• Current medications
• Your response to treatment
• Possible medication side effects
• Sleep, stress, work, and relationships
• Your treatment goals
• Questions or concerns you have about your care

Your provider will work with you to determine appropriate next steps based on your individual needs.

What Do I Need for a Telepsychiatry Appointment?

You'll generally need:

• A computer, tablet, or smartphone with a camera and microphone
• A reliable internet connection
• A quiet, private location
• Access to the secure video platform used for your appointment

Before your appointment, make sure your device is charged and your internet connection, camera, and microphone are working properly.

What Do I Need for a Telepsychiatry Appointment?

You'll generally need:

• A computer, tablet, or smartphone with a camera and microphone
• A reliable internet connection
• A quiet, private location
• Access to the secure video platform used for your appointment

Before your appointment, make sure your device is charged and your internet connection, camera, and microphone are working properly.

Is Telepsychiatry Right for Everyone?

Telepsychiatry can be a convenient option for many patients, but it may not be appropriate for every person or every situation.

Your provider will consider your individual needs, the type of care required, applicable regulations, and whether an in-person appointment may be more appropriate.

Telepsychiatry is not a substitute for emergency medical or psychiatric care.

Is Telepsychiatry Right for Everyone?

Telepsychiatry can be a convenient option for many patients, but it may not be appropriate for every person or every situation.

Your provider will consider your individual needs, the type of care required, applicable regulations, and whether an in-person appointment may be more appropriate.

Telepsychiatry is not a substitute for emergency medical or psychiatric care.

The Same TruYou Approach — Online

Whether you meet with us in person or virtually, our philosophy remains the same:

You are more than your diagnosis.

We take the time to listen, understand your concerns, answer your questions, and involve you in decisions about your treatment.

Our goal is to make high-quality psychiatric care more accessible while maintaining the personal relationship between you and your provider.

The Same TruYou Approach — Online

Whether you meet with us in person or virtually, our philosophy remains the same:

You are more than your diagnosis.

We take the time to listen, understand your concerns, answer your questions, and involve you in decisions about your treatment.

Our goal is to make high-quality psychiatric care more accessible while maintaining the personal relationship between you and your provider.

Ready to Schedule a Telepsychiatry Appointment?

If you're interested in receiving psychiatric care through a convenient virtual appointment, contact TruYou Psychiatry to learn whether telepsychiatry is appropriate and available for you.

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency or are in immediate danger, call 911. If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts or emotional distress, call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.