Korey Puckett , LICSW, MD, LCSW-C

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is practical and skills-based, often useful for managing anxiety, depression, stress, and difficulties with mood or motivation. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on strengths and short-term goals to help clients discover immediate, actionable steps toward improvement. It is especially helpful for people seeking concrete change and relief from specific problems. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative method that helps people resolve ambivalence and strengthen internal motivation for change, which can be valuable for issues involving motivation, addictions, or readiness to make life changes.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Korey works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He tailors sessions based on what is most helpful for the individual, adjusting techniques as progress is made.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for busy schedules and different comfort levels. These options make it easier to attend sessions from home or work and to maintain continuity of care while balancing other responsibilities.