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Robert Peterson, LICSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Robert is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Robert. View 27 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Washington

Recent reviews

I feel very comfortable with Robert. He is easy to speak with and very patient. I cried my way through the first couple sessions. Even through my tears Robert encouraged me and gave me positive feed back

Jan 2024

Excellent therapist

Nov 2023

More about Robert

  • 30 years' experience
  • Male
  • LICSW

ABOUT ME

Hello! I am Robert Peterson, MSW, LICSW. I am a licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker living in the state of Washington. For most of my career, I have worked in international settings with children and adolescents where cultural displacement/adjustment/shock, dislocation from family and friends, isolation and stress are common challenges. The skills I have developed are applicable to youth experiencing trauma, divorce, death of a parent or any other crisis that taxes normal scoping skills.

In addition helping children and adolescents adjust to new situations and expectations through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy, I work to develop Resilience; the ability to adapt to difficult situations through cognitive restructuring and skill building.

SPECIALTIES

Cultural Adaptation

Interpersonal Relationships

Stress Management

Conflict Resolution

Personal Growth

Depression and Anxiety

Panic Attacks

Parenting and Family Issues

Trauma

Diversity

Family & relationship problems

Academic problems

Also experienced in:

ADHD , Academic Issues, Career Planning, College Admissions. Social Adjustment

Clinical approaches:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Crisis Planning and Management.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Anger management Depression Coping with life changes Addictions LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coaching ADHD Adoption and Foster Care Aging and Geriatric Issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant Personality Commitment Issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster Divorce and separation Expats First Responder Issues Forgiveness Gender Dysphoria Impulsivity Intellectual Disability Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Mood disorders Multicultural Concerns Obsessions Compulsions and OCD Paranoia Personality Disorders Phobias Post-traumatic stress Process addiction (porn exercise gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-Harm Self-love Sex Addiction Sexual Assault and Abuse Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Young Adult Issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Robert Peterson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922336684.

  • LICSW · Washington · LW60174553 · Expires March 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space. Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Robert Peterson

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

27 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Recommend Helped Amazing Helpful Great listener Comfortable Professional Easy Excellent

I feel very comfortable with Robert. He is easy to speak with and very patient. I cried my way through the first couple sessions. Even through my tears Robert encouraged me and gave me positive feed back

Jan 2024

Excellent therapist

Nov 2023

Amazing therapist. Has helped me work through a lot of baggage. Would highly recommend.

Jan 2024

I just started seeing Robert and so far it's going great! He is extremely positive which is something I need in my life right now. He is straight to the point which I like and he also makes sure to use all of our session time wisely. I feel no judgement from him. He is a sweet person. I highly recommend!

Nov 2023

Adapted to my needs, goals and preferred style quickly and smoothly. Helpful questions and insights.

Nov 2023

Robert listens with real discernment. I am grateful for the way that he has understood my history and its impact on me, when many others have not. He has good insights on how trauma and abuse effect relationship habits.

Oct 2023

He’s great and patient when I explain my feelings!

Jul 2023

Robert's (Bob's) down to earth demeanor helped guide me through a difficult time in my life, and helped set me on a path for success.

Jul 2023

I’ve only had a few meetings with Dr. Robertson, but he seems to listen very well and look at me as a singular human. His past expertise gives him experience in a broad range of humans which I think makes him a very understanding doctor. He’s on prompt to the session and to respond to messages and easily communicates ideas in terms that I understand.

Apr 2023

Amazing man! Great listener and suggest going to him for any help!

Mar 2023

Despite my complicated issues, and my, sometimes infuriating, avoidance of issues by rationalizing to the point of mundanity, he is very open and responsive, and even sometimes able to wrangle my thoughts back into focus and even cut through the fluff in order to get to the heart of the issue, or even challenge my methods of coping to make me realize my behaviors and patterns of avoidance. Truly an intelligent man that will shoot you straight, but very gently help challenge you in good ways. Highly recommend his approach to therapy.

Mar 2023

Bob is incredibly kind, open hearted, and compassionate. I feel like he understands me well and is very adept in guiding conversation and introducing topics. I really appreciate the positivity he has helped introduce in my life.

Mar 2023

Robert is a very good listener and offered solutions to meet meet my therapy needs. I feel like i received alot of help with 1st session to get in the right direction for my mental and emotional health

Feb 2023

He is such an amazing human being!

Feb 2023

I'm confident knowing that I will continue to improve my mental health with the professional expertise and guidance that Bob exhibits! Only 3 sessions so far, but so far so good!

Feb 2023

Excellent listener. Makes the conversation move effortlessly and guides it in a way that is easy to fallow yet effective. Very comfortable to talk with and knowledgeable. Highly recommend.

Jan 2023

Robert has been great!

Oct 2022

I really like his method of therapy. He asks you to explain your thoughts or feelings and listens intently, then repeats it back to make sure he understands, or provides another way to see things from what you explained. He's not afraid to challenge your thoughts, but also not afraid to help you build on those thoughts and find better or different solutions to those same problems. Sharply intelligent, very professional, but not afraid to keep it real with you or approach the discussion on a relaxed/casual level if it helps you respond better. A truly professional and caring therapist. Keep up the great work you do!

Oct 2022

Robert Peterson is able to get me to keep everything in perspective when I am overwhelmed by work related pressure. He provides me with a rational outside voice that reigns in my self defeating inner voice.

A.D.·Jun 2022

Robert is a very objective individual. He's kind and patient. I would recommend him to others for specific avenues of therapy.

J.O.·May 2022

Robert is great, exactly what i need right now to do my grief work.

H.E.·Apr 2022

Great listener with helpful feedback.

L.I.·Mar 2022

Bob was really great to work with. He was a great listener and always had an upbeat attitude. He asked great questions that challenged my core beliefs and helped me modify them to be more positive and true to who I am and want to be. I would recommend Bob to any of my family/friends

B.R.·Nov 2021

Bob is amazing. Super attentive and helpful. Listen to your needs and reacts accordingly. I've become super comfortable opening up to him, knowing I will not be judged whatsoever. Very happy we connected.

A.D.·Sep 2021

We are just getting going but he has been great. A great listener and has highlighted some important facts and things for me to think about. Very pragmatic and helpful. I also like his conversational pace. Zoom counseling must be hard to take on and still form a connection with a person but I think he is doing great.

J.A.·Aug 2021

Bob is a wonderful listener that really knows how to work with the person speaking to him. He has the ability to break-down your messy, confusing thoughts and help you make sense of what you are experiencing. Most importantly of all, Bob focuses on the plan of recovery and self-improvement to be a solution for the long-term. I greatly appreciate everything he has done for me so far, and look forward to continue working with him.

J.O.·Jul 2021

Fantastic sounding board and leaves space for me to direct the conversation in a way that's most productive.

S.U.·Jul 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Robert Peterson offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Robert Peterson works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Robert Peterson speak?

Robert Peterson speaks English.

How many years of experience does Robert Peterson have?

Robert Peterson has 30 years of experience.

Where is Robert Peterson licensed to practice?

Robert Peterson is licensed to practice in Washington.

Does Robert Peterson accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Robert Peterson does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Robert Peterson offer?

Robert Peterson offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Robert Peterson?

Robert Peterson can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Robert Peterson?

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