Dr. Margaret "Betsy" Vonk, LCSW, CSW

Therapeutic approaches applied to online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, empathetic environment where the therapist follows the client's lead and helps them access their own strengths and resources. This approach is useful for people seeking support during life transitions, relationship concerns, or times of uncertainty. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps clients identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical exercises and skill-building; it is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with everyday challenges. Existential Therapy explores questions of meaning, purpose, and personal responsibility, which can be especially helpful when clients face major life changes, grief, or questions about direction.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dr. Margaret "Betsy" Vonk works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best for their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they will adapt methods and pace to match the individual's concerns and strengths.

Online therapy with licensed professionals offers flexibility and accessibility, allowing sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care around work, family, and mobility constraints while accessing evidence-based approaches and personalized support from a therapist who tailors treatment to each client's life.