Justin Hammons, LMFT

Approaches that translate to online work

Client-centered therapy focuses on the person’s goals and strengths. In sessions the therapist listens closely, reflects what he hears, and helps clients decide what they want to change. This approach is useful for people looking to build motivation and clearer goals.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and try small experiments to change them. It often involves homework and practical tools that fit well into video or text formats and helps with anxiety, depression, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches skills for handling intense emotions and improving relationships. DBT techniques like grounding and emotion regulation can be practiced between sessions using chat or brief check-ins.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to match techniques to their needs, goals, and preferences rather than imposing a single method. That conversation usually happens in early sessions and gets adjusted over time based on what helps most.

Online formats offer flexibility for different rhythms of life. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth or screen time is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging make it possible to check in quickly, practice skills between meetings, or fit therapy into a busy day. These options let people access consistent support without rearranging their entire schedule.