How her approaches work online

Stephanie uses cognitive behavioral ideas to help identify unhelpful thoughts and change behaviors that keep problems going. CBT techniques often involve short exercises and practical homework to try between sessions, which translate well to video or messaging formats.

She also uses elements of dialectical behavior therapy to teach emotion regulation and distress-tolerance skills. DBT-style skills focus on breathing, grounding, and step-by-step ways to handle intense feelings or impulsive actions, and these can be practiced in real time during a call or reinforced through messages.

Motivational interviewing is used when someone feels unsure about change. This approach uses focused conversation to explore values and build motivation, which can be done over video, phone, or chat in brief, structured exchanges.

Finding the right fit is a team effort. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try approaches that match those goals, and adjust methods based on what helps most. Clients are invited to give feedback so sessions stay useful and relevant.

Online formats offer practical benefits. Video calls work well for longer sessions and face-to-face conversation. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth or camera use is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for quick check-ins, brief coaching, or when a shorter, more flexible touchpoint is needed.