Regulation .05 Evaluation for Telepsychology Services.
Regulation .05 Evaluation for Telepsychology Services.LinkCopy Citation
A.
Before engaging in the practice of psychology using telepsychology, a psychologist or psychology associate shall evaluate the client to determine that delivery of telepsychology is appropriate considering at least the following factors:
(1)
The client’s:
(a)
Diagnosis;
(b)
Symptoms;
(c)
Medical and psychological history; and
(d)
Preference for receiving services via telepsychology; and
(2)
The nature of the services to be provided, including anticipated:
(a)
Benefits;
(b)
Risks; and
(c)
Constraints resulting from their delivery via telepsychology.
B.
The client evaluation set forth in §A of this regulation shall take place at an initial in-person session, unless the psychologist or psychology associate documents in the record the reason for not meeting in person.