CE- approved for psychologists, social workers, marriage & family therapists and counselors
Course is also approved for reuqired telemental health hours through LPCA-GA (Licensed Professional Counselors Association of Georgia)
PLEASE NOTE: You will either register for 6 Telemental Health CE, 3 Online Supervision CE or both for a total of 9 CE.
Each lesson consists of reading material and resources. You are asked to complete a question summarizing your experience of the lesson in 200-300 words and you will receive feedback on each lesson completed.
Topics Addressed in Introduction to Online Therapy
This workshop will discuss the various methods of delivery and ethical considerations for the therapist and supervisor.
- Online Therapy: History and Research
- Online Therapy Delivery Methods
- The Online Disinhibition Effect
- The Ethics of Online Therapy
- Intake and Informed Consent
- Maintaining a Responsible Online Presence
Topics Addressed in Introduction to Online Supervision
- Uses of Technology in Supervision
- Suitability of the Supervisor for Online Work
- Ethical Considerations in Online Supervision
Learning Objectives
Participants will understand the various methods of delivery via technology.
Participants will know how to prepare clients for online work.
Participants will understand their ethical and legal responsibilities related to online work.
Course Facilitator
DeeAnna Nagel is the course facilitator. She has nearly 20 years of experience in the field of Telemental Health and is co-founder of the Online Therapy Institute.
Review her Curriculum Vita and Consultancy Portfolio for more detailed information.
Continuing Education
CE- approved for psychologists, social workers, marriage & family therapists and counselors- for more information CLICK HERE.
Course is also approved for reuqired telemental health hours through LPCA-GA (Licensed Professional Counselors Association of Georgia)
How to Register
After paying for the CE option, you will be registered within 2 business days (usually sooner). This is a self-directed course and you have 1 year to complete.
Once you are registered you will receive an email from the learning platform system so be sure to check your spam folder.
Introduction to Online Supervision
3 CE
$59.00
Introduction to Online Therapy
6 CE
$109.00
Introduction to Online Therapy AND Online Supervision
9 CE
$165.00
State of Georgia Requirement
This course was designed primarily to meet the needs of counselors in the State of Georgia who are coming into compliance with the new telemental health continuing education requirements.
- If you want to practice telemental health you must complete 6 CE in telemental health.
- If you are a clinical supervisor you must have an additional 3 CE in online supervision.
You must pay for the total number of CE hours you are applying for. The two topics, online therapy and online supervision are split into two separate courses- a 6 hour option for online therapy and a 3 hour option for online supervision.
CE Available for therapists through LPCA of Georgia. This course was specifically designed to meet the needs of Georgia counselors who are now required by the Georgia Composite Board to demonstrate proficiency and continuing education efforts in telemental health.
Licensed in another state?
Many state licensing boards will accept CE if the course has been approved by another state board. Check with your licensing board if you want CE credit and you are licensed in a state other than Georgia.
