Jamie Blakeman, LCPC

Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care

Client-centered therapy focuses on understanding each person's perspective and building a working relationship that supports change. It involves reflective listening and collaborative goal-setting, which helps when someone needs a steady, validating space to talk about stress, grief, or relationship concerns.

Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, uses clear skills to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It suits problems like anxiety, depression, sleep concerns, and many day-to-day patterns because it gives practiceable steps and homework to try between sessions.

Dialectical behavior therapy, DBT, brings specific skills for managing intense emotions, improving distress tolerance, and strengthening interpersonal effectiveness. These tools can be useful for mood instability, strong anger, or difficulties with impulsive behaviors.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Jamie will collaborate with each person to figure out which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She starts with listening, then suggests techniques and adjusts them based on what helps.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility. Video lets you see and hear one another for deeper discussion. Phone can be easier when lower bandwidth or a quick check-in is needed. Live chat and text are useful for brief updates, coaching-style support, or when writing feels easier. These formats make it simpler to fit therapy into work, caregiving, or travel schedules.