Na-Amau Tahiru, LCSW, CSW

Online approaches that meet you where you are

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choose actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with major life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thought patterns and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms like worry or low mood. It is often used for stress, anxiety, and anger. Client-Centered Therapy keeps the conversation focused on the client's experience, offering empathy and respect so clients can find their own solutions rather than being told what to do.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and try methods that match those needs. That collaborative process makes it easier to adjust the plan if something isn't helping.

Online therapy offers several practical benefits. Video calls allow for face-to-face conversation when visual cues matter. Phone sessions can fit into a lunch break or require less bandwidth. Live chat and text-based messaging make it possible to check in quickly between longer sessions or when writing out thoughts is easier. These options provide flexibility so people can choose what works best for their schedule and situation.