Kelly Lambie, LPC

How Kelly’s Approaches Work Online

Client-Centered Therapy puts the person’s concerns at the center of sessions. The therapist listens closely, follows the person's priorities, and helps them explore thoughts and feelings at their own pace. This approach is useful when someone wants an empathic space to talk through parenting stress, relationship strain, or life changes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It teaches practical techniques to test unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and anger management because it emphasizes clear steps and measurable change.

Solution-Focused Therapy zeroes in on small, achievable goals. Sessions concentrate on what’s working now and on building the next right step. This can be helpful for busy parents or young adults who want focused sessions that produce quick, practical shifts.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before. Together they will adapt methods so the work fits each person's life and needs.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls are close to an in-person meeting and work well for deeper conversations. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can fit into a short break. Live chat and text messaging are useful for quick check-ins, brief coaching, or when someone prefers writing. These options make therapy more flexible and easier to fit into daily routines.