Dominique Decoster, LICSW

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Dominique uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where clients lead the conversation and the therapist supports growth at the client’s pace. This approach is especially helpful for building self-understanding and improving relationships. She also applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors; CBT often helps with anxiety, depression, and stress management. When appropriate, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills are integrated to teach practical tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be valuable for clients facing intense emotions or patterns of instability.

Determining the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dominique collaborates with each client to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts techniques over time so the plan fits the client’s circumstances and progress.

Online therapy with Dominique offers flexible options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to access therapeutic support around work, family, or mobility constraints and allow therapists and clients to maintain continuity of care when in-person meetings are not possible.