John ODonoghue

How his approaches translate to online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify what matters most and take small practical steps toward those values. Online ACT sessions focus on noticing difficult thoughts, practicing acceptance, and choosing actions that align with personal goals. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early and current relationships shape patterns today and helps people try new ways of relating. In remote sessions this can mean talking through interactions, identifying triggers, and rehearsing different responses with the therapist's guidance. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, is a structured method to process traumatic memories. When appropriate, it can be adapted for video or phone work to reduce distress tied to past events.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. He collaborates with each person to choose methods that fit their needs, goals, and comfort level. That might mean starting with conversation-based tools, adding ACT practices, or moving toward EMDR for trauma. The plan is adjusted as progress and priorities become clearer.

Online sessions offer flexibility for busy families and people with limited travel options. Video calls let the therapist and client read facial cues and have real-time dialogue, while phone, live chat, and text messaging provide alternatives when video is not practical. These formats make it easier to keep momentum between sessions and fit therapy into real life.