Jeffrey Ayers, LPC

Approaches that translate well to online care

Client-centered therapy focuses on understanding each person's perspective and building a trusting relationship; it helps people who need a supportive place to talk through parenting stress, relationship strain, or life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns of thoughts and behaviors and teaches practical skills to reduce anxiety, improve sleep, and manage mood. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention and breathing techniques to help reduce reactivity and improve focus during stressful moments.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works together with each person to choose methods that match their goals, preferences, and day-to-day demands. He adapts sessions over time based on what is helping and what needs to change.

Online formats such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging offer flexibility for busy schedules. Video is useful for deeper conversations and visual cues, phone calls can fit into a work break or when bandwidth is limited, and chat or messaging is helpful for quick check-ins or shorter, goal-focused work. These options make it easier to maintain regular contact and keep momentum between sessions.