Dorrie Lombardi Chandler , LMHC

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people clarify their values and take action toward a meaningful life while learning to handle difficult thoughts and emotions. It can be helpful for anxiety, depression, stress, and navigating life changes. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, non-judgmental relationship in which the therapist listens deeply and follows the client's pace - this approach can be especially useful for building self-esteem, processing grief, and improving interpersonal connections. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, skills-based approach that identifies unhelpful thought patterns and develops concrete strategies to change behavior and emotional responses; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and coping with everyday stressors.

Dorrie approaches treatment collaboratively, recognizing that finding the right therapeutic method is part of the work. She partners with clients to explore which approaches align with their goals, preferences, and needs, and adjusts the plan as progress is made. This collaborative process helps tailor sessions to what feels most useful for each person.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit varied schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain regular contact with licensed professionals and keep momentum between sessions, supporting consistent progress even when life is busy or circumstances change.