Maria McDermit, LPC

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Evidence-based therapeutic techniques focus on clear, practical steps you can use outside the session. One approach emphasizes learning coping skills for stress and anxiety, like breathing, grounding, and activity scheduling, to reduce overwhelm and improve day-to-day functioning. Another approach focuses on addiction coping strategies, breaking down cravings and triggers into manageable parts and building routines that support recovery and stability.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to identify goals, try methods that fit their situation, and adjust plans based on what helps most. This collaborative process means the approach can change as needs and preferences become clearer.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when a fuller interaction is helpful. Phone sessions are useful when bandwidth or comfort on camera is a concern. Live chat and text-based messaging support brief check-ins, quick problem-solving, or steady contact between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy days and stick with the work over time.