Cristan Steimel, LPC

How Cristan’s Approaches Translate to Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on understanding each person’s perspective and building a trusting working relationship. It emphasizes listening and tailoring support to what the client finds most helpful, which can be especially useful for parents and caregivers who need practical guidance.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks down unhelpful thoughts and behaviors into small steps. It teaches concrete skills for managing anxiety, depression, and stress and is often used to change daily habits and routines that affect parenting and family life.

Mindfulness Therapy adds short practices to increase present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity. These exercises are easy to practice between sessions and can help with emotional regulation and stress management.

Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. The therapist and client decide together which approaches fit the client’s goals, needs, and preferences. That collaborative process may involve trying a few tools and adjusting the plan based on what helps most.

Online formats such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make therapy more flexible. Video lets people use visual cues and more in-depth conversation. Phone sessions require less bandwidth and can fit a break at work. Live chat or text messaging are useful for quick check-ins, shorter updates, or when typing feels easier than a call. These options help people add consistent support into busy family schedules.