TyAnn DeChambeau, LCSW

Therapeutic approaches you can use online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people name what matters to them and take small steps toward those values even when difficult thoughts or feelings show up. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and life changes where motivation and direction feel unclear. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going and testing new ways of responding. It is often helpful for anxiety, low mood, and sleep or eating concerns. Client-centered therapy centers the conversation on the person’s experience and pacing; the therapist listens closely and follows the client’s lead to build trust and clarity.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan over time based on what actually helps the person feel better and function more easily.

Online formats offered include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is good for fuller conversation and visual cues, phone can be easier when bandwidth is limited, live chat or text messaging can fit quick check-ins or busy schedules. These options make it simpler to keep therapy consistent while balancing work, caregiving, or medical appointments.