Council of the Federation
Council of the Federation
Internet-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Program (SK)
Internet-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Program (SK)
Internet-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Program (SK)
Wednesday 24th March 2021
Explore Saskatchewan's innovative online therapy program, offering mental health support to remote communities. Learn how it's changing lives.
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Get the buttons here!Bridging Gaps: Online Therapy's Impact in Saskatchewan
Online therapy really provides people with another avenue, another pathway to seek help and treatment for their issues, especially if they're not really people who like to do in-person therapy or group therapy or want to get involved in say-step programs if they have addiction issues. And so this provides just yet another mode, modality for folks to get help.
Imagine living in a remote area where mental health services are scarce. How do you get the help you need? In this episode of 'Promising Practices', Heather Hadjistavropoulos sheds light on a game-changing online therapy program in Saskatchewan. This initiative leverages technology to provide much-needed mental health support to people dealing with anxiety, depression, and other conditions, regardless of their location.
Whether you're in a bustling city or a far-flung northern community, this program is designed to meet you where you are. Heather explains how the program works: patients fill out an online questionnaire and then receive personalized guidance from therapists through email. It's flexible, allowing individuals to access resources at their own pace and convenience. This model has proven especially beneficial for those in rural and remote areas who might otherwise struggle to find in-person care.
The success of this program isn't just in its innovative use of technology but also in its responsiveness to patient feedback. Heather shares how listening to users has helped refine and expand the service, making it even more effective. The positive outcomes have been so significant that the program is now being adopted across Canada. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in mental health innovations, particularly those that make care more accessible.
Heather’s insights offer hope and practical solutions for improving mental health services in underserved areas. Tune in to discover how online therapy is breaking down barriers and changing lives.