Terrie Ducote, LCSW

Practical approaches for online parenting support

Terrie draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear skills and steady support. One common approach emphasizes practical coping skills - teaching simple tools for managing anxiety, regulating emotions, and handling upsetting memories. These tools are useful for people recovering from trauma and for parents juggling daily stress.

Another approach centers on improving relationships by identifying patterns that cause conflict and practicing new ways to communicate. Sessions often include role-play or short exercises to try between meetings so parents can test changes at home and report back on what worked.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Terrie works with each person to match methods to their goals, needs, and comfort level. She checks in often and adjusts the plan based on how well strategies are helping in real life.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls let you see visual cues and work through exercises face-to-face. Phone sessions are useful when bandwidth is limited or when you prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging provide quick check-ins, shorter updates, or ongoing support between scheduled visits. These options make it easier to fit sessions into a busy parenting schedule and maintain steady progress over time.