Darlene Maggiolo, LICSW, LCSW

Therapeutic approaches adapted for online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy focuses on clarifying personal values and taking small actions that match those values. It helps when people feel stuck by teaching simple ways to notice thoughts and move toward meaningful goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy works on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety or depression symptoms. It often includes practical exercises to try between sessions. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns affect current connections and communication, which can be useful for intimacy and relationship concerns.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to your goals and try methods that fit your needs and preferences. Together you can adjust the plan over time, combining elements like mindfulness, acceptance, and skill practice until something feels helpful.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility. Video lets you have a face-to-face conversation from your chosen location, phone can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and texting or chat can work for brief check-ins or between-session support. These options make it simpler to fit therapy into work, caregiving, or other busy schedules while still using the same therapeutic approaches.