Shawntay Fenyo, MD, LCPC, LCMHC

Therapeutic approaches and online care that fit your life

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people notice and name what they feel, so patterns that cause pain can be changed. It can be useful when strong emotions get in the way of making choices or connecting with others.

Client-Centered Therapy centers the person’s experience and pace. The therapist follows what matters most to the client and provides a supportive, nonjudgmental space to work through concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on practical tools - it helps identify unhelpful thoughts and try small behavior changes to reduce symptoms like anxiety or low mood.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose strategies that match their needs, goals, and preferences. That might mean deeper emotion-focused sessions at times and skill-based CBT work at others.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make care more flexible. Video is a good option for face-to-face conversation, phone can fit a shorter check-in or lower bandwidth, and chat or messaging can be useful for ongoing support between sessions. These options help people fit therapy into work, childcare, or other daily demands while keeping the focus on progress.