Robert Whiting , LCSW

Evidence-Informed Approaches in Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and commit to actions that create a more meaningful life. It teaches skills to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while moving toward long-term goals, which can be helpful for stress, anxiety, and motivation struggles.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Short-term and goal-oriented, CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, panic, and issues with self-esteem by building practical coping strategies.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT can be particularly useful for intense anger, mood swings, and difficulties managing strong emotions or relationships.

Choosing the best approach is a collaborative process. Robert Whiting works with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adjusts the plan as progress and challenges emerge.

Online sessions through video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to access consistent care without major travel. These options provide flexibility for scheduling, allow therapy to fit into busy lives, and support continuity of care when in-person meetings are not practical. Licensed professionals can adapt these formats to deliver structured, skill-based work that helps clients move forward.