Kathleen Walker , LPC

Approaches That Translate Well to Online Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people accept difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying what matters most to them. It combines mindfulness and values-based action to support coping with anxiety, depression, and addictive patterns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) examines the links between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to reframe unhelpful thinking and change behavioral responses. It can be useful for anxiety, low mood, and stress management. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a warm, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship in which the therapist offers empathic support and helps clients explore their own resources and perspectives; this approach can be especially helpful for building self-esteem and working through relational or life-stage concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Kathleen collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and current needs. She adapts techniques and integrates therapies as appropriate so the plan evolves with the client.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to engage in therapy from different locations and on varied schedules. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, practice skills between sessions, and access licensed professionals when in-person visits are not feasible.