Jonathan Kabat, LMFT

Using Meaning-Oriented Therapy Online

Existential Therapy looks at questions of meaning, choice, and what matters most in a person's life. It helps people facing big transitions, grief, or feelings of emptiness to name their values and make clearer decisions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) blends acceptance of difficult thoughts with action toward personal values and is useful for anxiety, depression, and patterns people want to change. Attachment-Based ideas focus on how early relationships shape expectations and connection, helping with trust, closeness, and communication difficulties. Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, and then combine methods that fit those needs. Together they design practical steps to try between sessions while staying attentive to the person's sense of meaning and purpose. Online options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video work supports face-to-face conversation for deeper reflection. Phone sessions can work well if bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and text messaging are useful for ongoing support, follow-up, or when someone prefers written conversation. These formats make it easier to schedule therapy around work, family, or other responsibilities while keeping the focus on progress and usable skills.