Taryn Santos, LMHC

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take meaningful action even when uncomfortable emotions are present. It is useful for managing anxiety, stress, and life transitions by building psychological flexibility. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of relating that develop from early relationships - it helps people understand how attachment styles affect current connections and can support healing around intimacy, trust, and family dynamics. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) examines the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and unhelpful thinking patterns.

Taryn Santos approaches treatment collaboratively - she works with each person to identify which methods fit best with their goals, values, and preferences. Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and adjustments are made together over time to ensure the work feels relevant and effective.

Online therapy with Taryn is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care into busy schedules and geographic limitations. These options provide flexibility in how and when people access support, allowing ongoing work on stress, relationships, trauma recovery, and other concerns without the need for in-person visits. Licensed professionals can use these formats to deliver the same evidence-informed techniques and personalized guidance available in traditional sessions.