Online therapy and safety precautions

In light of the evolving coronavirus, COVID-19, Great Lakes Psychology Group is taking steps to reduce the spread of the virus.

The local health department states that the best way to prevent infection is to avoid being exposed to the virus. We kindly request that if you are sick or have been exposed to someone who is sick, please avoid visiting our offices at this time.

Great Lakes Psychology Group understands the importance of continued access to care. As a result, Great Lakes Psychology Group has recently expanded services to include online therapy, and we are encouraging all clinicians in the Great Lakes Psychology Group network to make this option available to their clients at this time. Great Lakes Psychology Group is also advocating for the health and safety of our clients by encouraging insurance providers to expand coverage for online therapy sessions to those who are not already covered. If you are interested in online therapy, visit findmytherapist.com to choose your therapist and schedule your first appointment online.

If you prefer to continue meeting with your therapist in person, please keep the following safety precautions in mind. Frequently touched surfaces are more likely to be infected; therefore, we strongly encourage clients visiting in-person offices to check in with their smart devices using a mobile check-in option if available.

Tips to help prevent the spread of the flu and the common cold

Simple everyday actions you can take to help prevent the spread of flu, the common cold, and other viruses include:

  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for 20 seconds, and help young children do the same. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
  • Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, then throw the tissue in the trash.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as toys and doorknobs.

Great Lakes Psychology Group is closely monitoring safety recommendations to protect our community. It has been requested that cleaning staff use EPA-recommended products that kill the COVID-19 virus. Great Lakes Psychology Group is also working to ensure the availability of hand sanitizer in all of our waiting rooms.

Thank you for joining us in our efforts to prevent the spread of illness.