Camryn Conrad-Renteria, LPC, LCPC

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and responding to each person without judgment. In practice that means the therapist follows the client's lead, asks open questions, and helps the client clarify what matters most. This style is useful when someone needs a supportive space to sort through feelings and decisions.

Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, helps people notice thought and behavior patterns that keep problems going and then try practical alternatives. It often involves short exercises and homework you can do between sessions to test new behaviors and reduce anxiety or depression.

Mindfulness therapy emphasizes present-moment awareness and simple practices to reduce reactivity. Short breathing or attention exercises are taught and practiced in session, then used in daily life to manage stress and overwhelm.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each client about their goals, try techniques that fit the person's style, and adjust the plan as needed. This is a collaborative process where feedback shapes what happens next.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and screen sharing for worksheets. Phone sessions can fit a break at work or require less bandwidth. Live chat and text messaging let people check in more frequently or use short messages for quick support. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around busy family and work schedules.