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Unlocking the Potential of Teletherapy: How to Achieve Great Outcomes for Children

Unlocking the Potential of Teletherapy: How to Achieve Great Outcomes for Children
The COVID-19 pandemic has revolutionized the way we deliver therapeutic services, particularly for early intervention (EI) programs. A recent study titled "Comparison of Goal Achievement When Transitioning from In-Person Therapy to Teletherapy in Westchester County Early Intervention Program Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic" offers valuable insights into the efficacy of teletherapy. Here's how practitioners can leverage these findings to improve their skills and outcomes for children.

Key Findings

The study examined 93 children who transitioned from in-person therapy to teletherapy. Here are some key takeaways:

Implementing Teletherapy Effectively

Based on these findings, here are actionable steps for practitioners:
  1. Embrace Teletherapy for Speech Therapy: The study shows that teletherapy is particularly effective for speech therapy. Leverage telehealth platforms to deliver high-quality speech therapy sessions.
  2. Maintain Consistency: Ensure that children continue to receive the same type of therapy when transitioning to telehealth to maintain progress.
  3. Focus on Goal Setting: Limit the number of Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) goals to ensure focused and effective therapy sessions.
  4. Engage Caregivers: Use teletherapy as an opportunity to involve caregivers more actively in the therapy process. Provide them with training and resources to support their child's development at home.

Encouraging Further Research

While this study provides valuable insights, more research is needed to fully understand the efficacy of teletherapy across different demographics and therapy types. Practitioners are encouraged to:

Conclusion

The transition to teletherapy during the COVID-19 pandemic has shown that virtual platforms can be just as effective as in-person therapy for many children. By implementing these findings and encouraging further research, practitioners can continue to deliver high-quality early intervention services and achieve great outcomes for children.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Comparison of Goal Achievement When Transitioning from In-Person Therapy to Teletherapy in Westchester County Early Intervention Program Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic


Citation: De Leon, I. C., Philipps, J., Yoegel, M., Byrnes, J., & Kase, J. S. (2022). Comparison of Goal Achievement When Transitioning from In-Person Therapy to Teletherapy in Westchester County Early Intervention Program Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. International Journal of Telerehabilitation, 14(1), e6450. https://doi.org/10.5195/ijt.2022.6450
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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