Is Teletherapy Right for My Child?

Teletherapy is the practice of receiving therapy sessions over video chat. It is conducted over a secure HIPPA approved platform. It's a convenient to get the therapy your child needs, without having to leave your home.

Not located in the Tampa Bay area, No problem! Any child in the state of Florida can receive teletherapy services from Find My Voice Therapy Services LLC.

There are many benefits to teletherapy for children. Here are a few:

• Convenience: Teletherapy can be done from the comfort of your own home, at a time that works for your child. This can be especially helpful for children who have difficulty traveling or who have busy schedules. Also, it provides therapy in a location the child is comfortable with and with familiar people.

• Accessibility: Teletherapy is accessible to children who live in rural areas or who have transportation challenges.

• Flexibility: Teletherapy can be done from anywhere with an internet connection. This means that your child can take their sessions with them on vacation around the state or when they are away from home.

• Confidentiality: Teletherapy sessions are just as confidential as traditional therapy sessions.

• Parent Coaching: For younger children parents may not see teletherapy as an option. It is actually a great way to provide parent coaching on how to implement speech therapy strategies while the child is in their own home and during their daily routines.

• Parental involvement: Parents need to be more involved in teletherapy sessions than in traditional therapy sessions. This is because the therapist will not be able to see the child's body language or facial expressions as well. This is a great way to ensure the parents are a part of the therapy process. It helps to teach them what is being worked on and different ways to practice at home.

• Improved outcomes: Teletherapy can be just as effective as traditional therapy in terms of improving outcomes.

However, there are also some challenges to teletherapy for children. Here are a few:

• Technology: Your child will need to have access to a computer or tablet with a webcam and a stable internet connection.

• Attention span: Children may have shorter attention spans than adults, so it's important to find a therapist who is experienced in working with children over teletherapy or a therapist that will utilize a parent coaching style for younger children.

Overall, teletherapy can be a great option for children who need therapy. If you are considering teletherapy for your child, talk to your child's doctor or a therapist to see if it is right for them.

Here are some additional things to consider when deciding if teletherapy is right for your child:

• The child's age and developmental level. Younger children may need more parental involvement than older children.

• The child or parent’s comfort level with technology. Some children or parents may be more comfortable with teletherapy than others.

If you decide that teletherapy is right for your child, here are a few tips for making the most of it:

• Find a therapist who is experienced in working with children over teletherapy.

• Create a comfortable and private space for your child to do their sessions.

• Make sure your child has a good internet connection.

• Be prepared to be involved in the sessions.

• Set clear expectations for your child about how they should behave during the sessions.

With a little planning, teletherapy can be a great way to get your child the therapy they need.