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By the end of the course, the Counselor, Marriage and Family Therapist, Social Worker or Psychologist will be able to:
-Explain the interjurisdictional and risk management issues to be considered in providing tele-mental health.
-Explain what are examples of issues to be considered regarding: the mix of cross-cultural interactions and technology which can create a risk for misunderstanding and miscommunication between mental health care providers and the client with whom they work.
-Explain what do AMA and APA guidelines recommend you consider before using online information about a client. (For example social networking page and concern for well-being regarding - suicidal ideation, signs of distress, bullying, etc.)
-Explain an exercise you might do to overcome your “performing” anxiety and coming crossed as unemotional and flat during the TMH session.
-Explain the common ethical considerations that occurs in an attempt to balance benefits and non-malfeasance.
-In general, explain how is TMH received by the following populations: veterans; adolescents; Caucasians; Asians; and Native Americans.
-Explain what do HIPPA Privacy rules consider proper education of patients about their rights.
-Name some themes that can arise during a TMH session from the point of view of the counselor’s experience and the client’s experience.
-Explain what do studies suggest when TMH CBT is compared to face-to-face CBT in treating depression and anxiety.
-Name some differences between TMH and in person counseling.
-Explain what points might be covered in an explanation of the technical side of the TMH session.
-Name some questions to consider regarding “friending” a client.
-Name an advantage of providing tele-mental health two the client in his or her home.
-Explain what are potentially unique concerns an adolescent may have regarding the TMH session.



"The instructional level of this course is introductory, intermediate, or advanced depending on the learners clinical area of expertise."