MaryBeth Underwood, LCSW

Approaches and what online therapy looks like

MaryBeth works from evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and problem-solving. One common approach she uses teaches clear coping strategies for stress and anxiety, such as breaking worries into manageable steps and practicing calming actions. This helps when anxiety feels overwhelming or when daily stressors are getting in the way of functioning.

She also emphasizes work on self-esteem and self-love by helping people notice unhelpful self-talk and replace it with kinder, realistic statements. That kind of work supports building confidence and motivation without asking for large, sudden changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the process and MaryBeth treats it as a team effort. She will talk with each person about their goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust plans if something isn’t helping. Decisions about techniques are made together based on needs and preferences.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy easier to fit into life. Video is useful for deeper conversations, phone works when bandwidth is limited, and chat or messaging can be better for brief check-ins or when someone prefers not to be on camera. These options make it simpler to keep regular contact and to use therapy in ways that match a person’s schedule.