Robert Allanson, LCPC

Robert Allanson is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) who brings ten years of clinical experience to his work. He focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, and major life changes. Robert writes plainly and works in a collaborative way so people feel heard and involved in the plan for change.

He trained in education and community counseling and has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings. That background means he has seen many stages of recovery and adjustment. He draws on techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and client-centered work to meet people where they are.

In sessions he centers the person’s own goals and strengths. He helps clients identify what matters most to them and build small, practical habits to move toward those values. He also addresses common concerns like abandonment, attachment issues, body image, chronic illness, and caregiver stress.

Robert emphasizes collaboration and empowerment rather than one-size-fits-all fixes. He helps people problem-solve, try new coping strategies, and adapt skills as life changes. He also supports work on communication, impulsivity, guilt, and finding purpose during midlife or transition periods.

Outside of work he keeps balance through creative time and family activities with his children. That everyday focus on valued activities informs his therapeutic style and the advice he offers clients.

How his approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take small actions toward those values. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and life changes where motivation or direction is needed.

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely and following the client’s lead. It supports people who need a calm, nonjudgmental space to sort through emotions and decide next steps.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills for managing intense emotions, improving relationships, and reducing impulsive behavior. It can be helpful for problems with impulsivity, anger, and self-destructive habits.

Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about needs, goals, and what has or hasn’t worked before, then try methods that fit. Adjustments are made along the way based on progress and preference.

The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, shorten check-ins when needed, or reduce travel time. Therapists can use these sessions to practice skills, check progress, and plan next steps while working around daily responsibilities.