Noni Kendall, LCSW

Therapeutic approaches adapted for online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a trusting relationship. The therapist follows the persons lead, reflects what they say, and helps them find their own answers; this is useful when someone needs empathy, clarity, and support for everyday struggles.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviors keep problems going. It offers clear exercises and techniques to shift unhelpful thinking and to try new behaviors, which can help with anxiety, depression, and stress.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches practical skills for managing strong emotions and improving relationships. It emphasizes mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and better interpersonal communication, and can be helpful for people who feel easily overwhelmed.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls let people talk face-to-face when they prefer visual contact. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can fit a break at work. Live chat and text messaging can be useful for shorter check-ins, skill practice, or when written reflection helps. These options let people maintain continuity of care across busy schedules and different life demands.