Best Practices for Communicating With Patients Outside of Sessions | Sit and Stay Podcast

Are you looking to enhance your communication skills with patients? In this episode of the Sit and Stay Podcast, we delve into the best practices for patient communication both during and outside of therapy sessions.
Join Parker Anderson and Thomas Tarshis as they explore various communication methods, including phone calls, emails, and text messaging, and discuss their effectiveness in different scenarios.
Discover how to set clear boundaries, manage patient expectations, and utilize technology to streamline communication. Learn about the challenges and benefits of different communication styles and how to maintain a strong therapeutic relationship while minimizing unnecessary contact between sessions.
Whether you're a solo practitioner or part of a larger group, this episode provides valuable insights to help you communicate more effectively with your patients.
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0:00 Introduction
2:10 What are some of the most effective ways to communicate with patients?
4:06 What methods of communication are ideal for providers and patients to use?
10:18 How can non-covered services, like phone calls, be navigated in terms of billing?
12:29 How can providers set boundaries on outside work communication with patients?
14:27 What forms of technology can providers use to communicate with patients?
17:02 What are some pros and cons of using one-way or two-way communication?
21:42 Is there a "right way" to go about patient communication?
28:51 Mental Health Business Moment of the Week
32:47 Conclusion