Christine Broadwater, LCMHC

How Christine's Approaches Work Online

Client-centered therapy puts the client's goals and values at the center of sessions. The therapist listens closely, reflects what she hears, and helps people identify strengths they can use to move forward. This approach works well for people who want a supportive, nonjudgmental space to talk about life changes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical steps to change thinking and behavior patterns. It is useful for stress, anxiety, mood concerns, and problems that involve repetitive negative thoughts. Sessions often include simple exercises and homework to try between meetings.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) focuses on building skills for managing strong emotions and improving relationships. It includes techniques for distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and clearer communication, which can help with anger, intense mood swings, and interpersonal conflicts.

Choosing the best approach is part of the process and is done together. The therapist will talk with the client about their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjust methods as progress is made. That collaborative stance helps shape a plan that feels doable and relevant.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text messaging. Video is useful for face-to-face conversation and skill demonstrations. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when a client prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging work for brief check-ins, shorter updates, or when writing feels more comfortable. These options make it easier to fit counseling into a busy schedule and to keep momentum between appointments.