Dr. Susan Schaming, LPC

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Client-Centered Therapy places the client's experience at the center and focuses on listening, empathy, and supporting the client's own solutions. It helps when someone needs a respectful, steady space to make sense of feelings and decide next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, targets specific thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going; it works well for depression, anxiety, and for changing daily patterns that affect parenting and relationships. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, emphasizes skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication, which can help with strong emotions and recurring relationship conflicts.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, preferences, and current challenges. She often combines listening-based work with skill teaching so sessions match what the client needs that week.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility to fit a busy life. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, live chat is useful for shorter check-ins, and text messaging supports quick reflections or ongoing prompts between appointments. These options make it easier to schedule therapy around work, caregiving, or travel while keeping the focus on progress and practical tools.