Teletherapy for SUD - Pearls, Pitfalls and Strategies

Learn evidence-based approaches for delivering effective teletherapy services to individuals with substance use disorders in this 45-minute webinar presented by licensed professional counselor Katie Chiasson-Downs. Discover practical pearls and proven strategies for conducting remote therapy sessions while navigating common pitfalls that can compromise treatment outcomes. Explore best practices for establishing therapeutic rapport in virtual settings, maintaining patient engagement during online sessions, and adapting traditional SUD treatment modalities for telehealth delivery. Gain insights into technology considerations, privacy and confidentiality protocols, and methods for ensuring continuity of care in remote therapeutic relationships. Address challenges specific to substance use disorder treatment in virtual environments, including crisis intervention protocols, relapse prevention strategies, and techniques for building accountability and support systems through digital platforms.