Karl Nitz, LSCSW, LCSW

Using Practical Therapies Online for Everyday Challenges

Karl draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; this approach often involves concrete tools and exercises that target symptoms like anxiety, depression, and stress. Solution-Focused Therapy is also part of his toolkit and centers on practical goal-setting and small, achievable steps that move someone toward a clearer sense of progress and purpose. Internal Family Systems offers a way to explore different parts of a person’s inner experience, helping to soften internal conflicts and improve self-understanding.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, then adapts techniques so they are actionable and understandable. That partnership helps ensure methods fit the person rather than the person fitting a single model.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which make it easier to meet when and where it works best. These formats provide flexibility for scheduling, allow continuity of care during busy periods, and let people receive consistent therapeutic support from licensed professionals without changing their routines.