Online therapy is great for most folks who are seeking out convenient therapy treatments for everyday challenges or conditions like mild to moderate anxiety and depression. However, it isn’t right for everyone. “Online therapy, in general, is not a good fit for people living with severe mental illness like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder (unless the company specifically states that it treats these conditions),” explains Owens. These conditions, she says, typically need a higher level of care that only in-person therapy can provide.<\/p>" } } , { "@type": "Question", "name": "How Do I Choose an Online Therapy Service?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "
The best way to choose an online therapy service is to find one that meets your needs. You can do so by: <\/p>
The price of online therapy varies greatly—for example, companies on this list range from $55 to $500 per session. If you can use insurance benefits to help fund your care, that will likely decrease the final cost.<\/p>" } } , { "@type": "Question", "name": "How Is Online Therapy Billed?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "
This is dependent on the therapy service you select. Some have subscription-based models, meaning you have to pay monthly for your services. Others offer the ability to pay per session.<\/p>" } } , { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does Insurance Cover Online Therapy?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "
Yes, insurance can cover online therapy, but this is dependent on the insurance plan and the online therapy provider. Check with the online therapy company to determine if it accepts your plan.<\/p>" } } , { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do Medicare and Medicaid Cover Online Therapy?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "
Some online therapy companies, like Brightside Health<\/a>, accept Medicare and Medicaid. Most do not. Again, check with the individual service to find out. Yes; legally, what you tell your therapist must stay private due to the Health Information and Portability Accountability Act (HIPAA).<\/span> There are, however, some limitations to HIPAA where a therapist is legally required to break confidentiality. These limitations include if you’re suicidal and are deemed a danger to yourself or others, or if a child, elder, or dependent is being harmed. You can always ask your therapist to explain confidentiality limitations in full detail during your sessions.<\/p>"
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