Michelle Yang

How Michelle’s approaches translate to online therapy

Michelle blends the Gottman Method ideas, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and attachment-based work in ways that fit well online. The Gottman Method approach focuses on communication patterns, conflict management and building trust, which can be practised during video sessions and reflected on between appointments. ACT helps people notice difficult thoughts and commit to actions that match their values; it’s useful for anxiety, depression and life changes and works well through brief exercises and values-focused conversations. Attachment-based work looks at how early relationship patterns shape current behaviour and emotions, and this can be explored through reflective conversation and interpersonal experiments with a partner or alone.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Michelle works together with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs and preferences. She adapts exercises and pacing so clients can try techniques in ways that feel manageable and relevant.

Online therapy provides flexibility and practical access. Video calls let couples and individuals practise communication with visual cues. Phone sessions can be used when bandwidth is limited or for a focused check-in. Live chat and text-based messaging are helpful for shorter check-ins, homework and ongoing support between appointments. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and different routines.