James Dion, LCMHC

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Emotionally-Focused Therapy helps people notice, name, and work with strong emotions to improve how they relate to themselves and others. It can be useful for people dealing with grief, relationship strain, and deep emotional pain.

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early connection patterns affect current relationships and mood. It helps people explore attachment concerns such as abandonment fears or difficulty trusting others and supports building new ways of relating.

Client-Centered Therapy centers on the person’s experience and priorities. The therapist listens closely, reflects what is shared, and follows the client’s pace to set goals that feel manageable.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about their needs, goals, and preferences and together decide which approach or combination will be most helpful. This is a collaborative process and can change as progress is made.

Online formats available include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is useful for a face-to-face feel and more interactive exercises. Phone can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging make it possible to check in quickly or have shorter, focused conversations between longer sessions. These options give flexibility to fit therapy into busy lives and different schedules.