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Robin Ross, LCSW
Oregon
LCSW - relationships and anxiety
See online therapy options- CBT for thoughts and habits
- Gottman Method for couples work
- Focus on addictive behaviors
About Robin
Robin Ross is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) based in Oregon with ten years of experience. He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, LGBT issues, grief, intimacy-related problems, parenting, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and ADHD.
He focuses on practical, relationship-centered work. Sessions look at patterns in thoughts, feelings, and behavior that make problems stick. Robin also addresses process addictions such as pornography, exercise, and gambling, along with seasonal affective disorder concerns.
Robin uses straightforward, skills-based methods. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and test unhelpful thoughts and habits. He also uses elements of Existential Therapy and the Gottman Method when relationship patterns are part of the difficulty. Solution-Focused Therapy supports shorter-term goals and specific problem solving.
He encourages clients to identify what matters most and to try small, concrete changes between sessions. Robin describes himself as non-religious while acknowledging experience with Christian faith issues, including topics common to Latter-day Saint communities and to people questioning their beliefs.
Sessions are practical and goal-oriented, with attention to improving communication, reducing distress, and managing addictive patterns. People who want clear steps and measurable practice between meetings may find his approach a good match.
How his approaches translate to online work
Robin draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test new responses; CBT focuses on practical exercises and behavioral experiments to reduce anxiety and depressive patterns. Existential Therapy is used to examine meaning, values, and choices when life changes or faith questions are central, helping people clarify priorities and confront difficult decisions. The Gottman Method is applied when relationship communication and conflict patterns are the focus, with concrete skills for improving dialogue and managing disagreements.Choosing the right approach is collaborative. Robin will work with each person to match methods to goals and preferences, and he adjusts techniques as progress and new issues appear. That collaborative process helps identify whether skills-based CBT, meaning-focused existential work, or relationship-focused Gottman strategies fit best.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, shorten travel time, and allow focused check-ins between other commitments. They also let people practice communication skills in real-life settings and bring examples from daily life into session work.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Oregon
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Robin commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, trauma, depression, addictions, LGBT concerns, grief, intimacy issues, parenting, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and ADHD.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
His approach is practical and relationship-oriented, focusing on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and trying small, concrete changes between sessions.
What kind of clinical experience does he have?
He has ten years of clinical practice, including work in Family Preservation Therapy and work with individuals, teens, couples, and adults around relational and addictive issues.
What credential and region does he practice in?
He is an LCSW licensed in Oregon and practices there.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions billed and what about cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to meet with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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