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Dr. Robert Nielsen, LPCC
North Dakota
LPCC counselor - anxiety and grief
See online therapy options- CBT and client-centered
- Practical action steps
- Fifty years experience
About Robert
Dr. Robert Nielsen is an LPCC licensed in North Dakota with 50 years of professional experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, self-esteem difficulties, and coping with life changes. He also addresses trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating concerns, anger, bipolar symptoms, depression, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and supports hospice and end-of-life counseling and infidelity concerns.
He uses clear, talk-based sessions where practical steps come first. Sessions typically focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and habits and testing new ways of responding. Conversations move from problem description to small changes that can be practiced between meetings.
Dr. Nielsen blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with client-centered methods. That means he helps people notice patterns of thinking and behavior while keeping the conversation focused on the person's perspective and priorities. He offers coaching-style prompts when clients want concrete, task-oriented support.
Over five decades he has worked in varied settings and brought that experience into a straightforward style. He aims for direct feedback, structured homework when useful, and steady tracking of progress. The work is practical and stepwise rather than theoretical.
People who prefer clear goals, actionable techniques, and a conversational approach often find this style helpful. Before booking, readers should confirm current session options and formats to match their scheduling needs.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Dr. Nielsen uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. CBT is organized, goal-focused, and often includes short exercises or homework to practice between meetings. Client-Centered Therapy means the conversation centers on the client's perspective, with the therapist listening and reflecting to clarify priorities and values.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. He will collaborate with the client to decide which methods to try based on their goals, practical needs, and how they respond in early sessions. That collaborative process guides whether sessions stay structured or lean more toward open conversation.
The biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They also let people use sessions during a work break or from a quiet spot that works for them. Discussing scheduling and format preferences early helps match sessions to everyday routines.
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Experience
50+ years
Listed in
North Dakota
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address most often?
He regularly works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, grief, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes, plus trauma, depression, bipolar, ADHD, and related issues.
How does he approach therapy in sessions?
Sessions combine Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques with client-centered conversation. The focus is on noticing thought and behavior patterns and trying small, practical changes between sessions.
What is his background and level of experience?
He holds an LPCC credential and brings 50 years of professional work experience to his practice.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He is licensed as an LPCC in North Dakota.
Which languages and geographic clients can he work with?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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