Teresa Stump-Klinger, LCSW

Approaches and Online Support that Fit Your Life

Teresa commonly uses existential therapy to help people look at life meaning, values, and the choices they face; this can be useful for people wrestling with life purpose, grief, or major transitions. She also uses client-centered therapy which focuses on listening, understanding each person's perspective, and building a collaborative relationship that guides change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is another tool she uses to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and practice skills that reduce anxiety and improve daily functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Teresa will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels useful, then combine methods in a collaborative way. She encourages active practice between sessions and adjusts plans as needs change.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls let people follow nonverbal cues and have fuller conversations. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when a check-in fits into a break at work. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for shorter check-ins, follow-up questions, or practicing skills between appointments. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule while still working with a licensed professional.