Research Papers Published by Jaye Kelly-Johnston
Research Papers Published by Jaye Kelly-Johnston of Kelly-Johnston Counseling. Conroe Texas
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Clinic-Grade Hardware Recommendations
Telehealth Hardware and Clinic Setup Guide: Cameras, Audio, Lighting, and Privacy (Clinic-Grade Recommendations, Room Layouts, and Compliance) High-quality video, clean audio, and deliberate room layout turn telehealth sessions from “good enough” into clinically reliable encounters. Many clinics rely on consumer webcams and ad-hoc lighting, creating inconsistent image/audio quality, privacy risks, and staff frustration. Practice managers
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HIPAA-Compliant AI Tools
In This Article I Will: HIPAA-Compliant AI Tools for Clinics: Vendor Due Diligence and Integration Checklist Introduction: Why HIPAA-Compliant AI Matters for Clinics Digital health is accelerating—patients expect fast, personalized care and clinicians need tools that save time without increasing legal risk. For clinics adopting AI in telehealth, the promise is enormous, but so are
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Optimizing Surgery Prep with Telehealth Strategies
In this article I will: Preoperative Telehealth Optimization: Nutrition and Mental Preparation for Surgical Patients Preparing for surgery increasingly occurs before patients arrive at the hospital. Telehealth can deliver effective preoperative care that addresses both physical readiness and psychological resilience. This guide explains practical protocols and evidence-based strategies for clinicians and patients to use telemedicine
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The evolving landscape of virtual physical therapy telehealth protocols
In this article I will: Telehealth Protocols for Remote Physical Rehabilitation: Integrating Virtual PT with Mental Health Care Introduction: Why Integrated Remote Rehab Matters As patients increasingly expect flexible, high-quality care, clinics that master virtual physical therapy telehealth protocols can expand access. These clinics can improve outcomes and reduce costs. They also address the crucial
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AI for Triage Chatbots
Explainable AI for Triage Chatbots: Building Trust and Auditability in Automated Triage Introduction: Why Explainability Matters in Telehealth Triage The rise of triage chatbots in telemedicine Telemedicine has moved from niche to mainstream. Virtual visits and remote triage surged during the COVID-19 pandemic. Some analyses reported up to a 38x increase in telehealth utilization in
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Teletherapy Billing and Reimbursement
Teletherapy Billing and Reimbursement 2025: Codes, Documentation, and Tips to Get Paid Introduction: Why 2025 Matters for Teletherapy Reimbursement Telehealth remains a core part of behavioral health delivery across the U.S. As policies continue to evolve, 2025 brings another year. Clinicians, billers, and practice managers must align coding, documentation, and payer rules. This alignment is
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Meal Replacement Shakes
Choosing Meal Replacement Shakes Safely: A Clinician’s Guide for Weight Management Introduction: Why Meal Replacement Shakes Matter in Clinical Weight Management Clinicians increasingly use structured meal replacement strategies when conservative dieting and behavioral counseling alone produce inadequate results. They also apply these strategies when rapid, supervised weight loss is clinically indicated. Meal replacement shakes for
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Teletherapy Emergency Protocols
Teletherapy Emergency Protocols: Managing Crises Across State Lines Introduction: Why Cross-State Crisis Preparedness Matters Teletherapy expands access to care. It also creates complexity when a client in crisis is located in a different jurisdiction than the clinician. In the U.S., for example, clinicians must balance clinical safety, legal compliance, and continuity of care while responding
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How to Start a Telehealth Hypnotherapy Practice
How to Start a Telehealth Hypnotherapy Practice: Legal, Tech, and Marketing Steps Quick checklist — what this article will do: 1. Why Telehealth Hypnotherapy — Opportunity and Considerations 1.1. The rise of teletherapy and market demand Telehealth exploded during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. In the U.S., telehealth visits increased dramatically. Early CDC analysis reported
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Telehealth Staff Training Program
Telehealth Staff Training Program: Clinical, Technical, and Safety Competencies Telehealth is becoming a standard part of mental health care in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and beyond. Clinics that train their teams deliver safer care. They also offer more fair care. They meet clinical, technical, and legal expectations consistently. This guide presents a
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AI Ethics
In this article I will review: AI Ethics in Teletherapy: Bias Mitigation, Transparency, and Informed Consent Introduction: Why AI Ethics Matter in Teletherapy The growing role of AI in telehealth and mental health care Teletherapy and digital mental health services grew rapidly during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Telehealth utilization for behavioral health increased dramatically.
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Protocols for Eating Disorders
Checklist — what I will do Remote Meal Support Protocols for Eating Disorders: Supervision, Monitoring, and Safety Introduction: Why Remote Meal Support Matters The rise of tele-nutrition meal supervision online and telehealth eating disorder care Telehealth and tele-nutrition meal supervision online have become mainstream components of eating disorder care. Use of telehealth skyrocketed during the
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Remote Cognitive Assessment Tools
I will cover in this article: Validated Remote Cognitive Assessment Tools: Protocols, Licensing, Secure Delivery, and EHR Integration Introduction: Why Remote Cognitive Assessment Matters Now The rise of telehealth and demand for remote cognitive assessment The last few years have seen an unprecedented shift toward remote care. Telemedicine utilization surged during the COVID-19 pandemic. It
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Telehealth Platform RFP Template
Tele-health Platform RFP Template for Clinics: Security, Integration, and Pricing Terms Introduction: Purpose and Scope of this Telehealth RFP Template Telehealth is now a core part of outpatient care. Your clinic might be a small primary care practice or part of a larger health system. Issuing a clear, security-first Call for Proposal (RFP) ensures you
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Implementing VR Therapy: A Practical Clinic Guide
Quick checklist — what this guide will deliver Practical Guide to Implementing VR Exposure Therapy in Clinics: Hardware, Safety, and Protocols Introduction: Why VR Exposure Therapy Belongs in Clinical Practice Virtual reality (VR) has moved from gaming to the clinic. For clinicians treating anxiety disorders, PTSD, and specific phobias, VR exposure therapy provides controlled, measurable,
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Telehealth Data Breach
Checklist — What this article will do Introduction: Why a Telehealth Data Breach Response Plan Matters Telemedicine and virtual care became mainstream during the 2020s. That success brought greater convenience — and greater risk. Cyberattacks, misconfigurations, and third-party failures expose Protected Health Information (PHI). These incidents can trigger complex legal and reputational consequences for providers,
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Telehealth Strategies for Suicide Prevention
Remote Suicide Risk Assessment Protocol: Safety Planning and Local Resource Coordination What I will Cover in this article: Introduction: Scope and Importance of Telehealth Suicide Prevention Why a remote suicide risk assessment protocol matters Telehealth has transformed mental health care delivery, but it introduces unique safety challenges. A robust remote suicide risk assessment protocol ensures
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Optimizing Remote Group Therapy: Pricing and Safety Protocols
What I will Cover in this article: Pricing, Consent, and Risk Management for Remote Group Therapy: Billing, Screening, and Best Practices for Virtual Groups Introduction: Why this matters for clinicians and organizations Telehealth changed the way mental health services are delivered. For many practices and organizations, offering remote group therapy increases access. It improves efficiency.
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Integrating PHQ-9 and GAD-7 for Effective Teletherapy
Implementing Measurement-Based Care in Teletherapy: PHQ-9/GAD-7 Integration with EHRs Checklist — what this article will do: Overview: Why Measurement-Based Care Matters in Teletherapy What is measurement-based care teletherapy guide: definitions and benefits Measurement-based care (MBC) is the routine and systematic use of validated symptom measures. These measures guide clinical decision-making. They also track outcomes over
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Telehealth Accessibility for Neurodiverse Clients
What I will cover in this article: Telehealth Accessibility for Neurodiverse Clients: Accommodations, Tools, and Session Design Introduction: Why Accessible Telehealth Matters for Neurodiverse Clients Hook: As virtual care becomes part of everyday life, making telehealth accessible isn’t optional — it’s essential. For neurodiverse clients, thoughtful teletherapy design can be the difference between a missed