Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Faculty Publications Article Faculty Publications -Articles Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Baruah, Anganabha Title A name given to the resource A Paradigmatic Shift: Telehealth Counselling's Expansion and Challenges in India Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 01-01-2025 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Journal of Evaluation in Clinical Practice;Volume;31;Issue;3;Article No.;e70089; Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context <a href="https://doi.org/10.1111/jep.70089" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://doi.org/10.1111/jep.70089</a> <br /><br /><a href="https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105002238491?origin=resultslist" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105002238491?origin=resultslist</a> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Baruah A., Department of Psychology, Christ University, Bangalore, India Description An account of the resource Background: This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the rapid expansion and transformative impact of telehealth counselling in India, a trend significantly propelled by the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Methodology: This paper presents a perspective on the current telehealth landscape, synthesizing insights from an extensive literature review. The investigation integrates qualitative insights from health care practitioners and clients, allowing for a multifaceted understanding of the emerging obstacles linked to telehealth implementation. The synthesis is structured around several key concepts identified in the literature, including the efficacy of telehealth counselling services compared to traditional face-to-face interactions, the resilience of mental health services during crises, and the growing acceptance of digital modalities among patients. Additionally, it explores significant challenges such as disparities in technological access, the need for comprehensive regulatory frameworks, varying levels of patient receptivity, infrastructural limitations, and the readiness of health care professionals to adopt telehealth technologies. Results: By focusing on these areas, the paper elucidates the complex interplay of technical, regulatory, and cultural factors shaping the telehealth ecosystem in India. It advocates for urgent policy enhancements and the continuous integration of technology to effectively address these barriers. Discussion: This perspective underscores the potential for telehealth counselling to evolve into a permanent and essential component of India's mental health service delivery model, ultimately contributing to a more resilient and accessible health care system. Conclusion: The conclusions drawn emphasize the necessity for targeted policy interventions and the establishment of robust technological infrastructures to foster a more inclusive and effective telehealth environment, ensuring mental health services reach all segments of the population. 2025 John Wiley &amp; Sons Ltd. Subject The topic of the resource COVID-19 pandemic; digital health care; technological integration; telehealth counselling Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available John Wiley and Sons Inc Relation A related resource ISSN: 13561294; CODEN: JECPF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource All Open Access; Bronze Open Access Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource online