COU 645 : Best Practices for Telemental Health

Provides the essential skills and knowledge needed to provide effective and ethical counseling services in an online environment. Through a blend of theoretical exploration, practical application, and case studies, students will examine the unique considerations and challenges of delivering mental health care via telecommunication platforms. Topics covered include legal and ethical standards, technological considerations, assessment and treatment planning, therapeutic rapport building, cultural competence, confidentiality, and crisis management in telemental health settings.