Larisha Perlote, LMFT

Attachment-informed care and online therapy options

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape present-day connection patterns and emotional responses. It helps people understand why they may feel stuck in trust, intimacy, or commitment issues and supports steps toward healthier relating. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, teaches people to notice difficult thoughts and feelings while taking actions that match their values, which can be helpful for anxiety, grief, and life changes. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and empathy so people feel heard and can find their own solutions.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to identify which methods fit their goals and preferences. That may mean mixing attachment-focused exploration with ACT exercises or CBT-style tools depending on needs and what feels most useful.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and styles. Video lets people read facial cues and work in real time. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can fit a break at work. Live chat or text messaging supports brief check-ins and ongoing support between sessions. These options make it easier to keep continuity of care and to try different ways of connecting until the best fit is found.