Telehealth

It’s hard to remember when telehealth wasn’t a part of everyday life. When the pandemic reshaped healthcare overnight, OhioGuidestone moved quickly to ensure our clients could continue receiving the same high-quality, person-centered care, without interruption.

Telehealth allows us to remain connected when it matters most, and over the years it has evolved into a permanent, reliable, and convenient way to access services.

Reaching More Clients, More Ways

Since expanding telehealth services, OhioGuidestone has supported tens of thousands of clients through a variety of virtual care options, including:

Phone call sessions

Text message check-ins

Video sessions

The flexibility telehealth has provided has aided our clients in accessing services and staying connected with their provider(s) in ways that really take a client-centered approach. Our clients appreciate having the options to do virtual video visits, audio-only phone visits, and even text message check-ins.
Joshua Skerl, M.A.Ed., LPCC-S
Coordinator of Telehealth Services

Substance Abuse Services for alcohol recovery and drug recovery are where telehealth has become especially crucial and ultimately more productive.

A surprising discovery is with our Intensive Outpatient (IOP) groups for substance use disorder clients. We have dramatically increased our group offerings as well as attendance, providing day, evening, and weekend groups. Patients can attend these virtual groups so much more comfortably and easily than if they had to attend in person.
Larraine Stehlik, Director of Adult, Recovery, and Information Services

Comfort, Convenience, and Access

Virtual care removed many of the barriers that make accessing care difficult. Appointments can be scheduled around work, school, and family responsibilities, without the time and cost of commuting.

For those facing transportation challenges, childcare limitations, or other barriers, telehealth offers access that might otherwise be out of reach.

It can also be a more comfortable option for clients who experience anxiety in public or clinical settings. Receiving care from home often allows clients to feel more relaxed and open, which can support more effective care.

The Future of Telehealth

Telehealth proved its value during a global crisis, and it continues to play a vital role as the needs of our communities evolve. OhioGuidestone remains committed to growing, refining, and expanding virtual care options to support mental health and substance use services across the state.

The first step is simply reaching out. Our compassionate intake specialists are ready to help connect you with the care that best meets your needs, whether in person or virtually.