Jeffrey Bright, MD, LCSW-C, LCSW

Approach, methods, and online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take small actions that reflect those values. It’s useful for anxiety, depression, identity questions, and for getting unstuck when life feels confusing. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing patterns of thought and testing them with real-life experiments; this is helpful for stress, sleep problems, and mood shifts. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve focus during upsetting moments.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, try methods, and adjust based on how things are going. That collaborative process helps identify which tools fit best for the individual’s needs and preferences.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy more flexible. Video lets people use visual cues and richer conversation, while phone sessions require less bandwidth and can fit into a short break. Live chat and messaging are useful for quick check-ins, skill practice, and when writing things out feels easier. These options make it simpler to use therapy around work, family, and everyday life.