Evaluation of a Brief Telepsychotherapy Service Offered in a Brazilian Capital
OBJECTIVE: To evaluate a brief telepsychotherapy service within the Brazilian Unified Health System in a Brazilian capital (April 2024-April 2025), analyzing its functioning, outcomes, and contribution to access in primary health care (PHC). METHODS: , and Mann-Whitney), and binary logistic regression analyses were performed. RESULTS: < 0.0001). CONCLUSION: Telepsychology is a relevant strategy to expand access and reduce unmet demand in PHC. However, challenges regarding adherence and continuity persist. Effectiveness depends on clear workflows, qualified teams, and engagement and integration strategies between PHC and specialized services.
Authors
- Paula Soares Brandão (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4191-5480)
- Bianca Cristina Ciccone Giacon
- Núria Ananda Parron Giacomelli Pereira
- Magda Faria (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9928-6392)
Institutions
- Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (BR)
- Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro (BR)
- Prefeitura Municipal de Esteio (BR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Telemedicine Journal and e-Health
- Published
- 2026-05-12
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1177/15305627261450354
- Primary Topic
- Telemedicine and Telehealth Implementation
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00