If you see multiple providers at Grow Therapy, they might contact one another to coordinate your care. This frequently occurs when you see one provider for talk therapy and another for medication management. When providers can communicate directly regarding your care, you can be confident that you won’t need to act as the intermediary for communication, which offers a more seamless care experience.
Continuity of care
What is continuity of care?
Continuity of care prioritizes a client-centered approach to mental health care, encouraging coordination and communication among a client's healthcare team. When all providers understand the treatment plan, you can be confident that everyone is aligned, fostering a sense of safety and trust. Grow Therapy aims to make the referral process seamless for providers and clients by prioritizing care continuity.
What does it mean for providers to "coordinate care"?
Coordinating care involves your providers collaborating to gain a comprehensive understanding of your mental health needs and treatment objectives. This coordination aligns various components of your care—such as therapy, medication management, and additional services—resulting in a more integrated and effective treatment plan.
Why is it beneficial for my providers to communicate with each other?
When your providers share insights and collaborate to meet your needs, your quality of care can greatly improve. For example, your therapist and psychiatrist might work together to ensure your therapy goals align with your medication management plan. This can lead to more personalized care, fewer treatment gaps, and better overall outcomes.
Is coordination of care a standard practice in mental health care?
Absolutely. Collaboration among providers is a widely accepted and encouraged practice in mental healthcare. It ensures that your treatment is comprehensive and customized to meet individual needs. Numerous clients find value in a team-based approach, where various providers share their expertise to enhance your overall well-being.
Privacy and confidentiality
How will providers share my information?
Providers share information securely through Grow Therapy’s platform or HIPAA-compliant methods they prefer to use in their private practice. These communications are designed to protect your privacy while enabling providers to discuss important details about your care.
What specific information might providers share about me?
Providers may share relevant information, such as your treatment goals, progress, symptoms, or recommendations for changes to your care plan. However, they will only share what is necessary to ensure effective coordination and improved outcomes.
Is this practice compliant with HIPAA and other privacy regulations?
Grow Therapy handles provider and client information with the utmost care. The team has a program in place to comply with HIPAA and applicable data privacy laws. Its highest priority is the safe and secure management of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and Protected Healthcare Information (PHI).