Maria Cusimano-Carl

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on understanding each person without judgment and helping them find their own solutions. It is useful when someone needs space to talk through parenting stress, relationship worries, or feelings of low self worth.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to change patterns. It often helps with anxiety, depression, and everyday stress by offering concrete tools to try between sessions.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, emphasizes emotional regulation and clear communication skills. It can be helpful for managing strong emotions and improving how people handle conflict and stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Maria will discuss these methods and tailor them to a client's needs, goals, and preferences so therapy fits the person's life and parenting role. The choice is collaborative and can shift as progress is made.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy easier to fit into a busy schedule. These formats allow parents and adults to meet from home, try short check-ins by message, or use phone or video when deeper conversation is needed. The variety supports flexibility while maintaining the ongoing relationship with a licensed professional.