Package Description

Presented by Paul Berman, Ph.D., Richard Bloch, J.D., Colleen Byrne, Ph.D.

As psychologists have made the transition to telehealth in the time of the coronavirus, and as the COVID crisis persists, some clinicians are considering giving up an office they are not using, or greatly reducing the amount of space they rent. We are offering this webinar to assist in this decision-making. Presenters will cover current issues in telehealth, ethical factors to consider in transitioning to all-telehealth, and practicalities of ending or renegotiating one's lease. Two member psychologists will reflect on how this transition is affecting their practices.

After attending this workshop, attendees will be able to:

• Identify relevant Maryland law and regulations for the practice of telehealth
• identify patients suitable for telehealth 
• self-evaluate competence to conduct telehealth and communicate in ways that protect confidential information
• Be able to discuss the enforceability of leases and approaches to terminate one's lease

In addition to our presenters, MPA President-Elect Linda McGhee, JD, Psy.D. and MPA member Gloria Vanderhorst, Ph.D. will discuss how they approached the decision to give up their office while keeping their practices thriving.