How her approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a trusting relationship. Online sessions let the therapist and client have steady, focused conversations about values, goals, and daily challenges. This approach helps with issues like self-esteem, grief, and relationship stress.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, teaches concrete skills to notice and change thoughts and behaviors. In online work, CBT typically involves short exercises, thought records, and step-by-step plans that clients can use between sessions to manage anxiety, depression, ADHD-related routines, and anger.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative way to find personal motivation for change. It uses open questions and reflective listening to help clients commit to goals like reducing addictive behavior or improving self-care. This style pairs well with remote sessions because it supports brief check-ins and gradual progress.

Deciding which approach fits best is part of the process. The therapist will talk with each client about their needs, goals, and preferences, and then try approaches that match those priorities. That collaborative decision-making helps shape a plan that feels realistic and doable.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is useful for longer sessions and practicing skills in real time. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or when a client prefers voice-only contact. Live chat and text messaging are handy for shorter check-ins, tracking progress, or quick motivational support during the week. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, school, or family routines while keeping focus on practical goals and steady improvement.