LINDA PEVNICK, LCSW
Individual, Couples, and Group
Psychotherapy
Explaining Teletherapy
Teletherapy, is therapy provided by a qualified therapist held over the internet or even the telephone. It can be used for Individual or Group Therapy. These work in the same way as traditional therapy except the patient is in the privacy of their own home or office. The therapist and patient can see and hear each other in real time and can interact spontaneously with one another. The therapist uses the same methods and face to face conversation used when conducting in-person sessions. As always, patients may opt for one session or on-going sessions as needed.
Teletherapy Sessions Are Private and conducted from a private and secure space. Sessions will not be recorded or shared. Patients are encouraged to use a private area for their Telehealth session. These sessions are conducted with specialized software that is fully encrypted, offering a high level of security and privacy, approved by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), legislation that ensures data privacy and security for safeguarding medical information, including
therapy. However, some patients may prefer therapy conducted over the telephone, which is less secure, but, approved by the CMS, Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services, the organization most providers look to for guidance.
Teletherapy makes therapy more accessible for more people and removes barriers such as distance and time and adds more convenient hours to the therapist’s schedule. Also, patients may feel safer talking with a therapist from the comfort of their own home or office. In summary, Teletherapy can be conducted over Video Conferencing that is easy to log into from your computer, laptop, or smart phone. This is confidential and Hippa Privacy compliant. Teletherapy can be conducted over the phone for those who need it. Many patients have found Teletherapy convenient and successful, although some may still prefer or do better with in-office visits.
Unhappy and dissatisfied with life? You don’t have to be! I have helped many people in the St. Louis area and I’d like to help you. Call me and we can talk about how we can work together to achieve your goals.
My Services
Find Sleep at Last ! CBT-I (Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia) is a highly effective treatment for Insomnia for up to 80% of patients. Learn More.
We all know someone that is affected by anxiety or depression, even if we don't (and they) don't realize it.
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“Linda is a caring, wise and experienced psychotherapist. She respects her clients and provides them with high quality treatment.” Nicki McClusky, Psychotherapist – November, 2009
“I have had the privilege of being associated with Linda Pevnick for many years now. She is a true professional, with her extensive experience and knowledge. If you or someone you know is in need of her services, I would highly recommend her.” Scott Shaffman, Mortgage Banker – February 2012
Linda has offered many of our clients with Insomnia and Anxiety concerns techniques to help them through their specific problems. OSCAR SCHWARTZ March 24, 2013 Medical Director Barnes Jewish Hospital West County at Advantage Sleep
“I have known Linda personally and professionally for over 20 years. She is an excellent psychotherapist and a wonderful person. She is very caring, smart, and skilled in helping clients achieve greater emotional well-being. I recommend her without reservation.” Dr. Debra Shatoff, Psychologist – May, 2010
“Linda is a psychotherapist who is skillful, experienced and educated in multiple theoretic approaches. Linda is deeply compassionate and highly committed to provide excellent therapeutic practices and to advocate in behalf of her clients.” Teri Powers, LCSW – February 2012
Linda is incredible at what she does, a great listener and all around caring person. I have a family member that she helped a lot when she needed it most, I refer and recommend her as often as possible – we all need a little help ! – J
Linda is a great listener, will help you with any trouble you may have in your relationship, and help you create workable goals that you and your partner can achieve. – Anonymous
Keeping Families Together! Linda has performed miracles with a friend mine who had issues. Because of Linda, this friend now has her life together and is enjoying a worthwhile existence again. Her compassion, and ability to work with people is exceeded only by her willingness to seek out solutions to issues and positive outlook on life. I look forward to working with Linda again soon. Mike Flotken
“Linda is the best therapist. Most reliable I ever had opportunity to work with.” Vadim Baram, MD Psychiatrist – April 2012
It takes strength to know when you need additional help for how you are feeling emotionally. Too often, we start thinking that we should be able to solve everything ourselves. But, the same as no one would think twice about seeing an Orthopedic Surgeon for a broken arm, it is a strength to seek out professional help for emotional or relationship problems!
I am a listener first and foremost. It is my job to learn as much as I can about the challenges you face and how you feel about those. My job is not to judge, but, rather to understand. Then, I can help you create coping strategies that will successfully help you work towards feeling happier and more satisfied with life?