Alexander Gordon, LMFT

Approaches that translate well to online therapy

Alexander integrates Existential Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy in his online work. Existential Therapy helps people talk about meaning, choice, and major life questions; it can be useful for coping with life changes, grief, and questions about purpose. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of connection and safety in relationships and is helpful for communication problems, caregiver stress, and intimacy-related concerns. Client-Centered Therapy prioritizes listening and following the client's pace, creating space to express emotions and clarify goals.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. He collaborates with clients to choose methods that match their needs and preferences. That means trying different tools, reviewing what helps, and adjusting focus as goals evolve so the client stays involved in planning their care.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for many people. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when visual cues matter, phone sessions work well when bandwidth or camera use is an issue, and live chat or text-based messaging are useful for brief check-ins or when typing feels easier. These options make it simpler to fit sessions into a busy schedule and to continue therapy when life is hectic.