Amy Russell, LCSW

How evidence-based care fits online therapy

Many of the techniques Amy uses are evidence-based approaches that help people change how they think and relate. One common approach focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce anxiety and depression. This helps people notice patterns and try new responses in everyday life. Another approach emphasizes building self-compassion and emotional regulation skills. That work helps people manage strong feelings, reduce shame, and practice forgiveness toward themselves and others. Both approaches are helpful for stress, relationship struggles, and recovery from trauma. Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, values, and what feels most helpful. Together they will try strategies, track what helps, and adjust the plan based on the client's needs and preferences. Online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when visual cues matter. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging offer flexibility for quick reflections between sessions or when typing feels more comfortable. These options let people keep consistent work on goals from wherever they are in Kentucky or beyond, without changing the collaborative approach used in sessions.