Steven Lanman, MD, LCSW-C, LCSW

Online approaches and how they help

Steven uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and clearer thinking. One common approach helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and try different ways of thinking and behaving to reduce anxiety and depression. This method is useful for mood concerns, worry, and everyday stress.

Another approach centers on processing trauma and abuse by gently naming difficult experiences and building coping skills to manage strong emotions and triggers. This way of working aims to reduce the hold of past events and improve day-to-day functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their goals, preferences, and the issues they bring. That process often begins in the first few sessions and can shift as needs change.

Online therapy offers flexibility and practical options for staying connected. Video calls are like face-to-face meetings and work well for interactive conversations. Phone sessions can be helpful when video is not possible or bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging allow shorter check-ins, written reflections, and support between scheduled sessions. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and different schedules.