Korey Puckett , LICSW, MD, LCSW-C

Practical Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that contribute to stress, anxiety, and mood difficulties. It is a structured, skill-based approach useful for those seeking concrete strategies to manage symptoms and change patterns. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative way of exploring a person's readiness for change and strengthening intrinsic motivation by focusing on personal values and goals. It can be especially helpful for issues involving ambivalence, such as addiction or behavior change. Solution-Focused Therapy centers on identifying goals and small, practical steps toward them rather than dwelling on problems; this approach supports forward momentum and is often brief and goal-oriented.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work itself. Korey engages clients collaboratively to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adapts techniques over time as progress unfolds. The process emphasizes partnership and practical planning.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules. These options increase accessibility for people with varied routines or mobility needs and allow continuity of care even when in-person visits are not practical. Korey uses these formats to maintain consistent therapeutic contact and to support ongoing skill building and problem solving.