Revolutionising Telemental Health: A Conversation with Ray Barrett
Episode Overview
Telemental health is growing rapidly, with many clinicians using technology in their practice. Insurance reimbursement for telemental health is improving but still faces challenges. Choosing the right telehealth platform is crucial for privacy and effective service delivery. Graduate programs often lack training on using technology in mental health services. Ray Barrett offers resources and training for clinicians looking to expand into telemental health.
I love efficiency – maybe that's why I really, really love efficiency.
In this episode of Mental Health News Radio, host Kristen Sunanta-Walker welcomes Ray Barrett, founder and CEO of Telehealth Certification Institute, LLC, to discuss the ever-evolving landscape of telemental health. Ray dives into the challenges and improvements in using technology to provide mental health services. With most clinicians relying on tech in their practice, Ray highlights a gap in graduate programs that often overlook these essential skills.
He shares his journey from counselling over the phone to becoming a telemental health expert. Ray's passion for efficiency and convenience shines through as he talks about how telemental health can overcome barriers and bring mental health services directly to clients' homes. The conversation touches on the complexities of insurance reimbursement, the need for privacy and security in telehealth platforms, and the importance of choosing the right technology for effective service delivery.
Ray offers insights into the future of telemental health, envisioning a world where it's seamlessly integrated into everyday practice. For those interested in diving deeper into telemental health, Ray provides resources and training through his website. Whether you're a clinician seeking to expand your practice or simply curious about the world of telemental health, this episode is packed with information that could transform how you view mental health services.
Tune in to explore how technology can bridge gaps and create new opportunities in mental health care. So, are you ready to rethink how mental health services can be delivered?