Beth Wanke

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and collaboration, creating a respectful space where the client’s goals and values guide the work; it helps with motivation, relationship concerns, and building a stronger sense of self. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns; this approach is practical for anxiety, stress, addiction-related thinking, and developing concrete coping strategies. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially useful for people managing intense emotions or chronic relational stress.

Finding the best therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will explore a client’s needs, goals, and preferences and draw from these methods to shape a personalized plan rather than applying a single technique rigidly. This collaborative stance helps ensure the work feels relevant and manageable for each person.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging provides flexibility for scheduling and communication style. These options allow clients to receive consistent support from a licensed professional while fitting sessions into busy lives or situations where in-person visits are difficult. The range of formats makes it easier to continue building skills and addressing concerns over time.