Deborah Denson, LCSW

Approaches that translate well to online therapy

Client-centered therapy puts the person's goals and experience first. In practice this looks like the therapist listening closely, asking what matters most, and shaping sessions around the client's priorities. It helps with stress, relationship struggles, and parenting concerns.

Solution-focused therapy concentrates on what people want to change and on small, doable steps toward those goals. Sessions often include setting one or two clear actions to try between meetings. This approach can be useful for managing anxiety, improving communication, and making quick adjustments to daily routines.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Deborah partners with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and comfort level. That means trying an idea, checking how it feels, and shifting course when needed in a collaborative way.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, so people can pick what suits their schedule and energy. Video is useful for deeper conversations and reading nonverbal cues. Phone can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a quick check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging work well for brief check-ins, progress notes, or when someone prefers typing to speaking. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, caregiving, or busy routines.