When to Consider Telemedicine for Your Mental Health Needs

According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIH), telemedicine provides a viable means to treat mental illness. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), or other psychological issues, telemedicine offers a convenient way to receive counseling virtually.

To help make mental health services more accessible to people, board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner Bosede Iwuamadi, DNP, PMHNP, offers telemedicine at Newstone Behavioral Health in Garland, Texas, for patients seeking treatment for their mental health issues.

Benefits of telemedicine

Regular in-person mental health appointments may not be possible for some. For others, accessing treatment through telemedicine is simply more convenient. In addition, telemedicine:

Offers cost-effective treatments
Enables you to work with a mental health provider farther from home
Provides easier access to a mental health provider during and in between sessions
Allows you to communicate privately via smartphone or computer, anywhere

Dr. Iwuamadi offers a safe and secure space to discuss your issues via telemedicine.

How to prepare for your session

Video chatting offers a convenient way to get to the root of your problem. Dr. Iwuamadi picks up clues from your body language just as she would during an in-person session. To get the most out of your appointment, she recommends you:

Choose a spot free of interruptions
Check your internet connection before logging in
Ensure your area is well-lit

Mental health issues covered via telemedicine

Dr. Iwuamadi offers telemedicine for a range of mental health issues, including:

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Anxiety
Depression
Bipolar disorder
Personality disorders
Anger management
And many others

Our team also offers medication management to help you stay on track.

Telemedicine proves invaluable

According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), telemental health care provides an effective alternative to conventional mental care. They note how telehealth:

Removes transportation barriers
Decrease “no-shows” for better continuity of treatment
Often works better than on-site sessions, especially for younger people
Increases access for underserved individuals

Dr. Iwuamadi connects with you as if you were in the same room together.

Ease your way towards better mental health

Telemedicine enables individuals who’ve never sought counseling to find virtual help. It also affords a more convenient option.

Dr. Iwuamadi and her team provide compassionate treatment through telemedicine. If you or a loved one suffers from mental health issues, contact us at Newstone Behavioral Health in Garland, Texas, to learn more or schedule an appointment.