Teletherapy for Teens and Young Adults

Finding the right therapist — or finding time in a busy schedule to attend appointments — can sometimes be challenging for teens, young adults, and their families. Teletherapy offers a convenient and effective way to participate in therapy from the comfort of home.

Virtual therapy allows clients to receive support even when they live outside the Charlotte area or when schedules make in-person appointments difficult. Teletherapy can also provide continuity of care as students transition to college or move between locations.

What Is Teletherapy?

Teletherapy (also called telehealth or online therapy) allows therapy sessions to take place through a secure video platform. Sessions occur in real time and function much like traditional in-person therapy appointments.

All that is needed is:

• A quiet and private space

• A computer, tablet, or smartphone with a camera

• A stable internet connection

Sessions typically last about 45 minutes, similar to in-person appointments.

Who Teletherapy Works Well For

Teletherapy can be a helpful option for many teens and young adults, particularly those who:

• Have busy academic, athletic, or extracurricular schedules

• Live outside the Charlotte area

• Prefer the convenience of meeting from home

• Are attending college or frequently traveling

• Feel more comfortable speaking from their own space

Many adolescents and young adults find that virtual sessions feel natural and comfortable.

Concerns Teletherapy Can Help Address

Teletherapy can support teens and young adults experiencing challenges such as:

• Anxiety and excessive worry

• Emotional regulation difficulties

• Stress related to school or academic pressure

• Mood concerns

• Relationship challenges

• Life transitions, including adjusting to college or young adulthood

Therapy can include evidence-based approaches such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients build practical skills for managing emotions and navigating life’s challenges.

Is Teletherapy Effective?

Research has shown that teletherapy can be as effective as in-person therapy for many mental health concerns. Many teens and young adults find they feel relaxed and open when participating from their home environment.

The most important factors in successful therapy are the quality of the therapeutic relationship and the use of effective, evidence-based strategies — both of which can be fully achieved through teletherapy.

Teletherapy Platform

Teletherapy sessions are conducted using doxy.me, a secure and HIPAA-compliant video platform used by many healthcare systems, including Atrium Health.

At the time of your appointment, you will receive a private link that allows us to connect securely. The process is simple and similar to joining a Zoom or Google Meet call.

The platform is free for clients and easy to use.

Learn more about the platform here:
https://doxy.me/en/

Teletherapy Across Multiple States

I am credentialed through PsyPact, which allows psychologists to provide teletherapy services to clients located in participating states.

If you live outside North Carolina, you can check whether your state participates in PsyPact using the link below:

https://psypact.site-ym.com/

Next Steps

If you are wondering whether teletherapy may be helpful for your teen or young adult, a consultation can help determine the best next steps.

If you would like to learn more or schedule a consultation, please feel free to contact my office or email me directly at drheidi@ballantynepsych.com