Isabel DeMello, LICSW

Approaches that translate well to online therapy

Emotionally-Focused Therapy focuses on identifying and working with core emotions and attachment needs to help people feel more connected to themselves and others. It can be useful for people dealing with relational patterns, attachment issues, grief, or strong emotional reactions.

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early bonds shape current relationships and coping styles. It helps people understand patterns like abandonment fears or isolation and supports building more supported ways of relating.

Client-Centered Therapy puts the person's experience at the center of the work. The therapist follows the client's lead, offers empathy, and helps people clarify what they want from therapy and life.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Isabel will work with clients to try methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as work progresses. That collaborative process helps clients know why a technique is being used and whether it feels helpful.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation for emotion-focused work. Phone sessions can be a simpler option when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat or messaging can support brief check-ins, skills practice, or ongoing coaching between calls. These options make therapy more flexible around work, travel, or family schedules and let licensed professionals provide consistent support across different situations.