Delivery of Nurse Psychotherapy: Digital Technologies and Psychotherapy

More than ever, technology is integrated into daily life inclusive of how health care is accessed, understood, and provided. Technology can serve as a foundational resource to increase the methods by which psychotherapy is delivered, as well as the accessibility of the service to a diverse range of populations. However, to maintain the safety of the client and nurse, it is imperative that these digital tools are utilized judiciously and competently. This chapter will outline different types of technologies that have been leveraged to support the delivery of virtual care psychotherapy, the opportunities, limitations, and risks presented through the use of digital technologies, as well as considerations for safe and ethical use as part of one’s psychotherapy service.