Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LPC
- Licensed in
- Pennsylvania
- Years in practice
- 29
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Robert
Robert Ross is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania with 29 years of experience. He helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and the ups and downs of life. He also supports people dealing with relationship strain, parenting challenges, mood concerns, and questions about life purpose.
He focuses on listening carefully and treating each person with respect and compassion. Sessions are tailored to a person's needs and goals, with straightforward conversation and practical steps.
Background and approach
Robert avoids jargon and keeps things direct so people can apply what they learn between sessions. He uses a mix of approaches to fit different situations. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and change behavior.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an accepting, collaborative relationship where the person’s perspective guides the work. Narrative Therapy looks at the stories people tell about themselves and how those stories shape actions and feelings. In sessions he will work with clients to set clear, manageable goals.
That might include learning tools to calm anger, strategies for reducing anxiety, or steps to build confidence. He tailors pacing to what feels doable for each person. Robert is not a drug and alcohol specialist.
He encourages people to take the first step when they feel ready and offers a respectful place to talk through difficult issues.
What Robert works with
Everything Robert lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Robert's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Relationship issues
- Parenting issues
- Bipolar disorder
- Commitment issues
- Divorce and separation
- Family of origin issues
- Guilt and shame
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Mood disorders
- Phobias
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches Robert lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How his approaches guide online work
Client-Centered Therapy is about creating an accepting, collaborative space where the person's goals guide the sessions. It helps when someone needs an empathetic listener and wants to build confidence to make changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying new behaviors to reduce anxiety and manage anger. This approach is useful for practical problem solving and learning skills to use between sessions. Narrative Therapy looks at the stories people tell about themselves and helps reframe those stories to open up new choices and reduce shame.Finding the right approach is part of the process. He will work together with the client to choose which methods fit the person's goals, pacing, and preferences. That collaborative planning can shift over time as needs change or as certain techniques prove helpful.
Online therapy offers flexibility in how people connect. Video calls allow for face-to-face conversation and a fuller exchange of cues. Phone sessions are easier to fit into a busy day or when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging let someone check in, get brief coaching, or follow up without scheduling a full session. These options make it simpler to keep momentum while working on anger, anxiety, or life changes.
Questions people ask about Robert
What concerns does Robert help with?
He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, bipolar mood concerns, and coping with life changes. He also addresses relationship strain, parenting challenges, and related issues such as guilt, shame, and isolation.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
His style is respectful and direct, with an emphasis on listening and tailoring sessions to each person's needs. He focuses on practical steps and plain language so people can try techniques between sessions.
What is his professional background?
He has 29 years of professional experience working with a broad range of emotional and behavioral concerns. He notes he is not a drug and alcohol therapist.
What credentials and where is he licensed?
He holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and is licensed in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be conducted as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or through text-based messaging. This provides options for different preferences and schedules.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and is billed through a subscription model. The subscription can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling based on the therapist's availability.