Dr. Tommy Frye

Approaches that translate well to online therapy

Client-centered therapy means the therapist listens closely and follows the client's lead. It aims to make people feel heard and to build trust before changing patterns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps identify and shift thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress because it gives clear skills to practice between sessions. Emotionally-Focused Therapy focuses on how people relate emotionally in close relationships and can help when connection and attachment are the main concerns.

Choosing the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, try methods that match those goals, and adjust as needed over time. That collaborative process helps find what works for the individual or couple rather than assuming one method fits every situation.

Online sessions are offered by licensed professionals as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, school, and family responsibilities. They also allow continuity when travel or relocation would otherwise interrupt care, and they let people try different formats to see which feels most helpful.