Justin Laffoon , LCSW

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify their values and take action in meaningful directions while learning to make room for difficult thoughts and feelings. ACT can be useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions by focusing on purposeful living rather than fighting uncomfortable experiences. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is a practical, skills-based approach that identifies patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to distress and teaches concrete strategies to change them. CBT is often helpful for anxiety, mood concerns, and coping with everyday challenges. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches skills in emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance; it can be especially helpful for managing intense emotions and relationship conflicts.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Justin works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts techniques from these approaches to create a tailored plan rather than relying on a single method.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and shorter check-ins can be done via live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, reduce time spent on travel, and provide consistent access to licensed professionals and therapists regardless of geographic limitations.