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Transforming Challenges into Opportunities: Leveraging Telehealth for Behavioral Services

Transforming Challenges into Opportunities: Leveraging Telehealth for Behavioral Services

The COVID-19 pandemic forced a rapid and unprecedented shift in the delivery of behavioral health services, particularly for children. A recent research article titled "Rapid Conversion from Clinic to Telehealth Behavioral Services During the COVID-19 Pandemic" by Crockett et al. (2020) provides valuable insights into how practitioners can adapt and thrive in this new landscape.

One of the key takeaways from the research is the importance of data-driven decision-making. The study highlights how the Kennedy Krieger Institute successfully transitioned to telehealth by leveraging ongoing data collection and analysis. Here are some actionable steps based on the study's findings that can help practitioners improve their telehealth services:

The study also underscores the importance of flexibility and adaptability. The Kennedy Krieger Institute's success in scaling up telehealth services was facilitated by their prior experience with telehealth regulations and a robust data collection system. By continuously monitoring and responding to data, they were able to not only maintain but also increase their service delivery during the pandemic.

For practitioners looking to improve their telehealth services, the study offers a roadmap for success. By focusing on informed consent, privacy measures, client access, licensure compliance, provider training, emergency procedures, and outcome monitoring, practitioners can create a telehealth program that is both effective and sustainable.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Rapid Conversion from Clinic to Telehealth Behavioral Services During the COVID-19 Pandemic


Citation: Crockett, J. L., Becraft, J. L., Phillips, S. T., Wakeman, M., & Cataldo, M. F. (2020). Rapid conversion from clinic to telehealth behavioral services during the COVID-19 pandemic. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 13(4), 725-735. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-020-00499-8
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

Author's Note: Marnee Brick, TinyEYE President, and her team collaborate to create our blogs. They share their insights and expertise in the field of Speech-Language Pathology, Online Therapy Services and Academic Research.

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