Zachariah Crooks, LMHC

How therapeutic approaches shape online sessions

Existential Therapy asks practical questions about meaning, choice, and responsibility to help when life feels empty or confusing; it can be helpful for people struggling with purpose, loss, or major life changes. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, acceptance, and following the client's lead to build trust and clarify goals; this approach supports people who need a steady, nonjudgmental space. Mindfulness Therapy teaches skills for noticing thoughts and sensations without getting swept away, which can reduce reactivity around anxiety, anger, or addictive urges.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about their goals, needs, and preferences and then try methods that fit. That collaboration may mean mixing approaches over time, keeping what helps and adjusting what doesn’t.

Online sessions use video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to offer flexible care. Video is useful for deeper conversation and exercises that benefit from face-to-face interaction. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is low or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging work well for brief updates, between-session support, or people who prefer writing to speaking. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into work, family, or travel schedules while keeping the focus on the therapeutic goals.