Stacie Brethauer, LPC

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Attachment-based work focuses on how early patterns of connection shape current relationships and parenting responses. It helps people notice these patterns and try different ways of relating that feel safer and more effective. Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress management. Client-centered therapy centers the person's experience by listening deeply and following their pace; this approach supports people who need acceptance while they sort through decisions and emotions.

Finding the best approach is part of the process. The therapist will collaborate with each person to pick methods that match their goals and preferences. That means trying practical tools, checking in on what works, and adjusting the plan together as needs change.

Online work offers practical benefits for busy parents and adults. Video calls allow for face-to-face conversation when a longer session is helpful. Phone sessions can fit a break at work or be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat or text-based messaging work well for brief check-ins, skill practice, or when someone prefers writing to speaking. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent and fit it into a real-life schedule.