Therapeutic approaches and online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people clarify what matters to them and take small steps toward those values while accepting difficult feelings. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replaces them with more effective patterns; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and sleep or eating concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills to reduce intense reactions and improve communication.

Finding the best approach is a team effort. Lorraine will talk with clients about their goals, try methods that fit their needs, and adjust the plan as progress is made. The process is collaborative and paced to each person’s comfort level, with attention to practical skills and personal values.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video sessions work well for in-depth conversations and skill coaching. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone wants a no-camera option. Live chat and text-based messaging allow for brief check-ins, ongoing accountability, or coaching-style support between longer sessions. These options give flexibility to fit therapy into a busy life.