Online approaches that teach practical skills

Laurie commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people spot unhelpful thought patterns and try different behaviors. CBT is task-oriented and often includes short homework exercises to practice new ways of thinking and acting between sessions.

She also incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills to help manage intense emotions and reduce impulsive responses. DBT offers practical tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can be useful for anxiety, mood swings, and impulsivity.

Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. Laurie works with each person to identify goals, test what works, and adjust methods over time. She prefers to combine skills-based work with a strengths-focused view so therapy fits the client’s needs and preferences.

Online therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video works well for in-depth conversations and visual cues, phone can be an easier option when bandwidth is limited, live chat suits quick check-ins, and text messaging supports brief ongoing coaching between appointments. These formats make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule and to practice skills in real life.