I'm definitely no expert at what helps, but I know for me, over all, texting has helped. We've certainly had misunderstandings and issues but oddly I think those misunderstandings have led to good conversations and eventually deeper connections which for me has recently started to help with the in between sessions longings and angst. My t has preached increased contact when I'm having a hard time and Ive fought her tooth and nail and pushed and pushed but I can honestly tell you that it's starting to get better.