Teleconsultation in Schools

This practical guide for school psychologists and researchers demonstrates how advances in telehealth can be applied to school consultation with students, educators, and families. Teleconsultation is a method for supporting children and teachers when service delivery is not feasible due to geographic distance, time and financial constraints, disabilities, and other barriers. The COVID-19 pandemic in particular has led to the rapid development and widespread adoption of new videoconferencing technologies. This volume summarizes the history and current state of teleconsulting technologies in schools, as well as future developments like augmented reality and virtual reality interventions. Multicultural competence and important professional, ethical, and legal considerations related to issues like child security and confidentiality are also reviewed. The authors provide an in-depth review of the problem-solving teleconsultation model, which includes building rapport, identifying and assessing problems, developing and implementing treatment plans, and performing ongoing evaluations. Case examples help bring these ideas to life. Advice for overcoming common challenges is also reviewed, including technical difficulties, disruptive behavior, and collaborating with parents and educators.