What aspect of telepsychology does the term 'interjurisdictional' refer to?

The term 'interjurisdictional' in the context of telepsychology refers specifically to the practice of providing psychological services across state lines. This term highlights the legal and regulatory considerations that arise when a psychologist delivers services to clients located in different jurisdictions, which could include different states within the United States. Each state has its own licensure laws and regulations governing the practice of psychology, which can complicate the ability to provide services to clients in another state.

Interjurisdictional practice requires an understanding of these different regulations and often involves obtaining consent from clients while ensuring compliance with the legal guidelines of both the state of the psychologist and the state where the client resides. This is particularly relevant in telepsychology, where technology enables sessions to occur remotely.

The other choices do not capture the essence of interjurisdictional practice. Telepsychology within the same state pertains to local practices and does not involve the complexities of different state regulations. Similarly, telepsychology without any legal oversight does not accurately reflect the legal responsibilities that come with providing psychological services, while telepsychology with international clients would be categorized as international practice, which brings its own set of legal considerations distinct from interjurisdictional practice.