Robert Roberts
ALC, NCC

supervised by Dr. Cherie Edwards, LPC-S

Why I Became a Therapist

I became a clinician because I have a genuine desire to help people navigate life’s challenges and improve their emotional and mental well-being. I believe everyone deserves to be heard with compassion and treated with dignity. Through evidence-based practices, active listening, and a collaborative approach, I strive to help individuals develop healthier coping skills, overcome obstacles, and reach their personal goals. Being a clinician allows me to combine my passion for helping others with my commitment to lifelong learning and professional growth, making a meaningful difference in the lives of those I serve.

What I Enjoy Most About Helping Clients

One of the most rewarding parts of helping clients is seeing the moment they realize they already have the tools they need to manage life’s challenges. Throughout therapy, we work on developing coping skills, increasing self-awareness, and building confidence. Watching clients begin to use those skills independently and recognize their own growth is incredibly fulfilling.

It’s also a bittersweet moment when a client is ready to be discharged from therapy. While I’ll miss working with them, that transition represents success. It means they’ve reached a point where they can navigate their mental health challenges with greater confidence and resilience, applying what they’ve learned in therapy to everyday life. Knowing they feel empowered to move forward on their own is one of the greatest rewards of being a clinician.

My Counseling Style

I would describe my counseling style as warm, collaborative, and client-centered. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, respected, and understood. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation for meaningful change.

At the same time, I balance empathy with appropriate challenge. I encourage clients to explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while helping them develop practical skills they can use outside of therapy. My goal is not to create dependence on counseling but to empower clients to become confident in managing life’s challenges independently. I adapt my approach to each client’s unique needs, using evidence-based interventions that best support their goals and promote long-term growth and resilience.

I Help With

• ADHD
• PTSD
• Anxiety
• Depression

I Primarily Work With

• Adolescents
• Adults
• Couples
• Families

My Therapeutic Approaches

My counseling approach is eclectic, meaning I draw from a variety of evidence-based therapeutic theories and techniques rather than relying on a single model. I believe every client is unique, so I tailor my approach to meet each individual’s specific needs, goals, strengths, and circumstances.

Depending on the client and the concerns they bring to counseling, I may integrate interventions from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, or other evidence-based approaches. My goal is to use the methods that are most effective for helping each client make meaningful progress while building a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust, empathy, and collaboration.

Education & Credentials

Availability & Appointments

📅 Monday to Friday
💻 In Person & Telehealth

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