Earl Liotti, LMFT

Attachment-informed and practical approaches for online care

Earl commonly draws on Attachment-Based Therapy to look at how early relationships shape current patterns. This approach helps people understand why they react a certain way in close relationships and can be useful for intimacy issues, abandonment concerns, and communication problems. He also uses Client-Centered Therapy which emphasizes listening without judgment and following what matters most to the person, useful when someone needs a supportive, validating space.

He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and to build concrete skills for stress, anxiety, and mood challenges. Together, these approaches let him tailor sessions to the person's needs rather than sticking to one method. He works collaboratively with clients to figure out which approach or combination feels most helpful based on goals and preferences.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet. Video calls are close to an in-person visit and work well for visual interaction. Phone sessions can fit a busy day or when less bandwidth is available. Live chat and text-based messaging allow for shorter check-ins, ongoing reflection, or support between sessions. These options make it easier to schedule therapy around work, caregiving, or travel while maintaining consistent progress.