Dr. Suzanne Degges-White

Therapeutic approaches for online care and growth

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to clarify their values and take committed action toward them while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings; it can help with anxiety, stress, life transitions, and purpose-related concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical exercises and skills practice, which is often useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with change. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist follows the client's lead and fosters self-discovery and empowerment.

Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the therapeutic process, and the therapist will collaborate with each person to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and situation. This collaborative stance helps tailor interventions such as homework, journaling, or brief exercises to support progress between sessions.

Online therapy offers flexibility by allowing video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to schedule consistent work around busy lives. These formats support ongoing access to licensed professionals and enable practical continuity of care when in-person meetings are not possible, while still allowing for active therapeutic techniques and regular skill-building.