Dr. Sofia Ferreira

Therapeutic approaches for online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify personal values and take steps towards them, even when difficult thoughts or feelings appear. It is useful for stress, depression and long-term problems where getting unstuck matters. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy focuses on practical skills to change unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns; it often suits people wanting concrete tools for anxiety, panic or mood disorders. Dialectical Behaviour Therapy emphasises emotional regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness and can help with strong emotions and impulsive reactions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what has or has not helped before. This collaborative process makes it easier to choose methods that fit the person and their situation rather than using a single fixed model.

Online sessions use video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to provide flexible options. Video calls recreate a face-to-face rhythm for teaching skills and practising exercises. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can suit brief check-ins or people who prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and messaging allow shorter, more frequent contact or written reflections between sessions. These formats make therapy more accessible for people juggling work, family or mobility challenges.