Dr. Lou Bordisso, LMFT

Therapeutic approaches you can use online

Dr. Bordisso often blends existential therapy with client-centered work. Existential therapy helps people talk about meaning, choice, and how they want to live, which can be useful for identity, grief, and midlife concerns. Client-centered therapy focuses on following the person's concerns and building a trusting, respectful conversation to help them clarify goals.

He also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy when a client wants to change specific thoughts and behaviors. CBT offers practical exercises and experiments to reduce anxiety, manage mood, or shift unhelpful patterns. Mindfulness techniques are introduced to help with stress, chronic pain, or emotional regulation when those practices match the client's needs.

Finding the right mix is a collaborative process. He works with each person to choose approaches that fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances. Together they review what feels helpful and adjust methods as therapy progresses.

Online therapy here uses video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging so people can access care in different ways. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone calls can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging work well for brief updates, homework, or when someone prefers writing to speaking. These options give flexibility for busy schedules and different comfort levels while keeping a consistent therapeutic relationship with a licensed professional.