Rachel Jones, LPC

Approaches that translate well to online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and helping people set the agenda for sessions. It emphasizes the client’s priorities and builds on their strengths to handle parenting stress, grief, or relationship strain.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts, feelings, and behaviors together. It helps identify patterns that contribute to anxiety or low mood and teaches practical exercises to change reactions and try new behaviors. CBT works well for clear, skill-based goals.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple ways to notice and sit with strong emotions without getting overwhelmed. It can be useful for managing stress, regulating emotions, and responding differently in tense parenting moments.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will help clients choose methods that match their goals and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. Sessions begin with goal-setting and a shared plan so therapy stays focused and practical.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how people connect. Video calls allow face-to-face interaction and visual cues, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, live chat lets someone check in during a break, and text-based messaging supports brief updates or ongoing reflections between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and keep progress steady even when schedules are tight.