Daphne Santiful, LCSW

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take practical steps toward a meaningful life while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings rather than getting stuck by them. It is often useful for anxiety, stress, and navigating life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration; the therapist offers support and reflection so clients can explore their feelings and arrive at their own insights, which can be especially helpful for self-esteem, relationship concerns, and personal growth. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, teaching practical skills to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety and to improve coping strategies.

Determining the best approach is part of the therapeutic process. Daphne works collaboratively with clients to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts methods to fit each person rather than applying a single model across the board. This collaborative planning helps ensure therapy aligns with what the client wants to achieve.

Online therapy with Daphne is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during busy times, to access support from home, and to choose the communication style that feels most practical and effective for each individual.