Approaches that translate well to online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and helping people express what matters most to them. In online sessions this often means the therapist reflects concerns, highlights strengths, and helps shape goals based on the client's priorities.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is practical and structured. It looks at thoughts, behaviors, and patterns that keep problems going and teaches tools for change. CBT works well via video or phone because skills can be practiced between sessions and reviewed together.

Mindfulness Therapy helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting swept away by them. Short guided exercises, breathing practices, and brief reflections are easy to use in remote formats and can reduce everyday reactivity.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Mary will collaborate with each person to identify which methods fit their goals, needs, and comfort level. She adjusts pace and techniques as progress and preferences become clear.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video is useful for a more conversational session and seeing nonverbal cues, while phone calls can be better when bandwidth is limited or a quieter option is needed. Live chat and messaging are helpful for short check-ins, ongoing encouragement, or when writing feels easier than speaking. These options make it simpler to fit counseling into a busy schedule.