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  • Psychiatry
  • Mental Health
  • Telemedicine

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  • The COVID-19 pandemic caused widespread disruption and increased the risk of psychiatric disorders.
  • Social distancing measures necessitated rapid changes in mental health service delivery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the limited clinical evidence for telepsychotherapy modes.
  • To examine the effects of remote therapy on mental health clinicians and patients.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of telepsychotherapy evidence.
  • Discussion of practical implications for remote practice.

Main Results:

  • Telepsychotherapy has become a primary mode of mental health treatment.
  • The shift to remote therapy presents unique challenges and considerations for both providers and recipients.

Conclusions:

  • Further research is needed to fully understand the efficacy and impact of telepsychotherapy.
  • Adapting mental health services to remote delivery is crucial in public health crises.