Silvia Rosenthal , LCSW

Approaches That Guide Online Therapy

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and acceptance, creating space for clients to explore thoughts and feelings while the therapist supports the person’s own growth and decision making. This approach is helpful for those seeking a supportive, non-directive environment to work through life changes and relationship concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It is practical and goal-oriented, and often used to address anxiety, depression, stress, and difficulties managing daily routines.

Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on strengths and achievable steps, helping clients set clear goals and identify small, concrete changes that lead toward desired outcomes. It can be especially useful for clients looking for short-term, action-oriented support.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Silvia works with clients to understand their needs, goals, and preferences and will tailor methods or combine elements from different approaches to fit the individual. This collaborative planning helps ensure the work aligns with each client’s priorities.

Online therapy offers flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which can make scheduling easier around work, family, and other commitments. These formats allow licensed professionals and therapists to provide consistent care across distance, supporting access and continuity while accommodating varied communication preferences and lifestyles.