Kristin Taylor, LICSW

Approaches that translate to online therapy

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and understanding a person's experience without judgment. It helps people feel heard and decide what changes matter most, which can be useful for parenting stress and relationship issues.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical skills to shift unhelpful patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and coping with life transitions.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy emphasizes identifying and expressing core emotions to improve connection and reduce conflict in close relationships. It can help with intimacy concerns and relational stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Kristin will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their goals and comfort level, mixing approaches when that makes sense. The focus is on clear goals and techniques that can be practiced between sessions.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different rhythms. Video calls allow face-to-face connection and visual cues. Phone sessions can fit a break at work or require less bandwidth. Live chat and text messaging work well for shorter check-ins, brief coaching, or when writing feels easier than speaking. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy parenting and work schedules.