Bruce Storms, MD, LCSW-C

Approaches that translate well to online care

Bruce uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and emotional processing. One common approach emphasizes learning concrete coping skills for anxiety and stress, such as breathing work, behavioral experiments, and short daily exercises that reduce overwhelm and build confidence. These tools are easy to practice between sessions and track over time.

Another approach centers on addressing the effects of trauma and shame through gradual, paced discussion and techniques that help people make sense of painful memories without getting re-traumatized. This work aims to reduce the hold of painful experiences and restore a sense of agency. Both approaches are useful for managing anger, guilt, and relationship strain tied to parenting concerns.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk about goals, try methods that fit a person’s needs and preferences, and adjust the plan as progress is seen. Clients are encouraged to give feedback so sessions stay focused and useful.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility. Video is helpful for face-to-face conversation and skills coaching, phone calls work well when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed, and chat or messaging suit brief updates or ongoing support between meetings. This range makes it easier to fit therapy into busy days and different routines.