Valeri Bennett, LCSW

Therapeutic approaches adapted for online work

Valeri uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people clarify what matters and take small steps toward those values. ACT focuses on accepting difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that line up with one’s goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is another central approach she uses to help people notice patterns of thinking that keep problems going and to try alternative behaviors that reduce distress.

For people with traumatic memories, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or EMDR, may be offered as one tool to reduce the intensity of painful memories and reactions. Each approach looks different in online sessions, and Valeri works with clients to decide which methods match their goals and comfort level. She treats the choice of approach as a collaborative process and adjusts plans as progress or new needs appear.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility. Video works well for in-depth work and visual interaction, while phone sessions can fit a busy schedule or require less bandwidth. Live chat and messaging allow brief check-ins or ongoing support between longer meetings. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, caregiving, or medical routines while keeping momentum between sessions.