With the growing need for behavioral health services, access to care and the methods providers utilize to reach patients is expanding. Telehealth or virtual care is a leading channel for patients to receive therapy for addiction or mental health disorders. In this presentation, we will discuss topics vital for organizations considering the use of telehealth/virtual care services that include: 

• How can virtual care change the landscape of behavioral healthcare?
• What are the cost savings and efficiency/capacity increase for treatment centers?
• What concerns do treatment centers need to be aware of before building a virtual treatment program? 
• How can providers avoid legal issues related to compliance, patient-confidentiality, or HIPAA?