Telehealth Services

How BHOPB’s Telehealth Services Work

At Behavioral Health of the Palm Beaches, we’ve designed our telehealth services to be user-friendly, comprehensive, and tailored to each individual’s needs.

It all begins with a confidential video or phone consultation. The first consultation lets us determine your needs and answer your questions. At this point, we can decide if telehealth will help you.

Next, we’ll put together a personalized treatment plan, outlining your goals, therapy method, and the frequency of your sessions.

You don’t have to be a tech whiz to participate in telehealth.  We’ll help you set up our secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform on your device. The system works on smartphones, tablets, and computers.

Depending on your treatment plan, you may participate in individual therapy sessions, group sessions, or family support sessions through telehealth. Workshops and other services may be available to you virtually.

Even if you aren’t staying with us in a residential program or participating in an in-person outpatient program, we’re still here for you. We provide additional resources, such as recovery-focused apps, online support groups, and educational materials, to help you between sessions.

Benefits of Telehealth for Addiction Treatment

As a rehab in Lake Worth with years of experience in treating mental and substance use disorders, we understand how important consistency and reliability are in a facility and treatment program. When it comes to addictions, for instance, recovery isn’t easy, and patients often struggle to sustain their sobriety at home without the help of aftercare services. Our telehealth programs reduce the risk of relapse and eliminate the need for patients to wait or reschedule their appointments.

Some benefits of telemedicine treatment for addiction and mental health include:

• More privacy for patients: Considering the many stigmas and misconceptions about addiction and mental illness, it’s understandable why some patients may prefer to keep their treatment private. Telehealth use for treating these conditions provides patients with the level of privacy and confidentiality they need to feel comfortable and focus on their recovery. If they do seek to socialize and connect with others who are also in recovery, patients can join our alumni program.
• Easy access to treatment: Another benefit of our outpatient telemedicine for addiction and mental health is the easy access that patients have to our specialists. Telemedicine outpatient services eliminate the delay between finding help, making appointments, and commuting. Our telehealth services in Florida cut the treatment time in half, making it easier for patients to connect with us and increasing their chances of seeking and completing treatment.
• Access for commuters: Part of the hesitation in attending a rehab center is the commute. You may have found a really great facility, but it might be too far away. People in this situation may either give up on receiving care or end up going to a different facility that may not suit their needs. Additionally, some patients may simply have busy schedules but still want to implement therapy into their routines. For instance, patients who received treatment in our partial hospitalization program have had to balance their addiction treatment, careers, and families. Online access to healthcare for addiction and mental health is perfect for patients in recovery who can’t commute or have other responsibilities that may otherwise keep them from getting the help they need.

Telehealth for Co-Occurring Disorders

If you are struggling with addiction, you may also face a co-occurring mental health disorder. Our telehealth services can address these complex, dual diagnoses with the same level of comprehensive care as our in-person treatment.

Our integrated treatment approach for co-occurring disorders via telehealth includes:

1. Comprehensive Assessment: We conduct thorough virtual evaluations to accurately diagnose both addiction and any co-occurring mental health conditions.
2. Personalized Treatment Planning: Based on the assessment, we create an individualized treatment plan that addresses both your addiction and mental health needs simultaneously.
3. Integrated Therapy Sessions: Our licensed therapists are trained in treating co-occurring disorders and provide integrated care that addresses both conditions in each session.
4. Specialized Therapies: Through our telehealth platform, we offer evidence-based therapies specifically designed for dual diagnosis, such as:
   • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
   • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
   • Trauma-Informed Care
   • Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
5. Medication Management: If needed, our psychiatric team can provide virtual consultations and ongoing medication management for mental health conditions.
6. Dual Focus Support Groups: We offer online support groups specifically for individuals with co-occurring disorders, providing a space to connect with peers facing similar challenges.
7. Holistic Approaches: Our telehealth services include access to holistic therapies that benefit both mental health and addiction recovery, such as guided meditation sessions and virtual yoga classes.
8. Coordinated Care: Our team of addiction specialists and mental health professionals work together closely, ensuring all aspects of your health are addressed cohesively.
9. Family Education: We provide virtual family sessions to help loved ones understand co-occurring disorders and how best to support your recovery.
10. Continuous Monitoring: Regular virtual check-ins allow us to track your progress in both areas and adjust your treatment plan as needed.