- Recorded Webinar
Tele Behavioral Health Guide: How To Legally Practice Over State & International Borders
Jay Ostrowski, MA, NCC, LPC-S, ACS, BC-TMH
- Recorded Webinar
Overview:
As telebehavioral health services expand across the U.S. and globally, clinicians must understand the legal and ethical parameters that govern cross-jurisdictional practice. This 3-hour training offers a practical and up-to-date guide to navigating licensure laws, regulations, and practice requirements when providing telebehavioral health services across state lines and international borders.
Led by national telehealth expert Jay Ostrowski, this course outlines key considerations for legally and ethically expanding your telehealth practice. Participants will learn how to assess licensure requirements, develop compliant workflows, and understand the legal frameworks that affect service delivery across jurisdictions. Emerging issues in international telehealth, legal exceptions, and interstate compacts will also be covered.
By the end of the course, participants will have greater clarity and confidence in how to operate a compliant and effective telebehavioral health practice in multiple regions.
Objectives:
Identify legal and regulatory conditions under which clinicians may deliver telebehavioral health services across state lines.
Evaluate clinical, legal, and ethical factors to consider before delivering services across jurisdictions.
Differentiate between U.S. interstate and international telehealth regulations and apply relevant guidance to practice.
This recorded webinar is delivered through lecture, real-world regulatory examples, and workflow guidance. Participants explore cross-jurisdictional compliance, risk analysis, and practical tools for legally delivering telebehavioral health services across U.S. and international borders.
Limitations:
Telehealth laws and licensure regulations are evolving rapidly, and guidance may vary by state, country, or discipline. While this training presents current best practices, clinicians are advised to confirm with regulatory boards and stay informed about changing statutes, compact laws, and emerging interpretations.
Commercial Disclosure:
Jay Ostrowski is the creator of the Board Certification in Telemental Health (BC-TMH) and has developed proprietary software platforms related to telebehavioral health. These tools may be referenced during the course for illustrative purposes but are not required for participation. He receives an royalties for presenting this training from E Care Behavioral Health Institute and has no other relevant financial relationships to disclose.
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Jay Ostrowski, MA, NCC, LPC-S, ACS, BC-TMH
Jay Ostrowski, MA, NCC, LPC-S, ACS, BC-TMH, is an expert in the rapidly expanding field of telebehavioral health and tele-supervision. As the CEO of Behavioral Health Innovation, he has dedicated himself to helping companies establish and implement telebehavioral health and tele-supervision programs, working closely with organizations such as SAMHSA, HRSA, universities, state governments, and healthcare organizations to advance the field. Jay's extensive knowledge and expertise have been instrumental in the development of the Telebehavioral Center of Excellence for the University of Virginia, where he serves as the founder and creator. He is also the creator of the Board Certification in Telemental Health, which provides critical credentialing for healthcare providers practicing in this dynamic and rapidly evolving field. Jay's pioneering efforts extend beyond training and certification programs to the development of peer-reviewed courses and telehealth software platforms. He has designed and developed 12 such platforms to date, and his courses provide critical guidance and knowledge to professionals seeking to provide effective telebehavioral healthcare services. As a research partner with Harvard Medical School, Jay is at the forefront of the ever-changing state license requirements for eight healthcare professions across all U.S. states and DC. He serves as the go-to person for the Mid-Atlantic Telehealth Resource Center for Telemental Health and Telebehavioral Health training and consultations, providing vital guidance to individuals and organizations seeking to stay at the forefront of the rapidly advancing field of telebehavioral health. Connect with Jay Ostrowski on LinkedIn to stay up-to-date on his latest work and insights.
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Professional Counselors — The National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC)
E Care Behavioral Health Institute has been approved by NBCC as an approved Continuing Education Provider. ACEP No. 6703. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC are clearly identified. E care Behavioral Health Institute is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
Addiction Professionals — NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC)
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Social Workers — Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB)
E Care Behavioral Health Institute, #1706, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. E Care Behavioral Health Institute maintains responsibility for this course.  ACE provider approval period: 06-03-2020 – 06-03-2026.Â
Psychologists — American Psychological Association (APA)
E Care Behavioral Health Institute is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. E Care Behavioral Health Institute maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
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- Utah Division of Professional Licensing – CMHC’s accept ASWB approved training
- Washington State Department of Mental Health MHC’s accept ASWB approved training
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Who This Training is For:
This program is intended for mental health professionals such as Social Workers, Mental Health Counselors, Addiction Counselors, & MFT’s. Psychologists are encouraged to verify if this specific course meets their board’s approval requirements.
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