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Telebehavioral health is a useful therapeutic tool that helps connect counselors and clients, especially when physical proximity is not possible or preferred. It is imperative to recognize that all ethical and legal guidelines guiding treatment for in-person therapy apply to telebehavioral health, as do additional guidelines for the use of technology. It is critical that counselors remain aware of geographic limitations outlined in relevant laws as well as specific guidelines outlined by federal and state governing entities. Counselors must ensure that they have appropriate licensure, training credentials, and liability insurance as they engage in these practices. It is important that the informed consent contain appropriate standard information as well as specific instructions for the use of technology.