Alexis Reid-Hamilton, BACP

Approaches that guide online therapy and how it helps

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating an accepting, nonjudgmental space where the client’s perspective guides the work. It helps people clarify their feelings, build self-understanding, and strengthen self-esteem by following the client’s pace and priorities. Motivational Interviewing is a goal-oriented, conversational method that helps explore and resolve ambivalence about change - useful for motivation around parenting, substance-related goals, or lifestyle adjustments. Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes practical steps and small, achievable changes; it helps people identify strengths and build concrete strategies to address relationship problems, stress, or transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Alexis works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress is made. This cooperative process helps ensure therapy stays focused and relevant to the client’s life.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options let clients choose the format that suits their schedule and comfort level, making it easier to maintain continuity of care and apply therapeutic work to everyday situations with support from registered professionals and therapists.