Geoffrey Stratton

Therapeutic approaches for remote family and life work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify what matters most to them and take small steps toward those values even when feelings are hard. It is often helpful for stress, anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, focuses on spotting and changing patterns of thinking and behavior that make problems worse; it is commonly used for anxiety, mood concerns, sleep and eating issues, and motivation. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns affect current connections; it can be useful for relationship strain, intimacy issues, and certain family dynamics.

Finding the right method is part of the work together. The therapist will listen to your priorities, explain options, and try approaches that fit your goals and preferences. Decisions about techniques and pace are shared and adjusted as progress is made.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility for busy families and people with limited travel options. Geoffrey provides sessions by video calls, phone, live chat, or text messaging to match different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to keep continuity of care and to practice skills between sessions in real life.