Profile / United States
Robin Smith, LPC, LCMHC
North Carolina
Licensed counselor - anxiety and depression
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused work
About Robin
Robin Smith is an LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor, and an LCMHC, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, practicing in North Carolina with 12 years in the mental health field. He helps people facing anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship and family concerns, and issues like anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. He also addresses addictions, bipolar mood concerns, ADHD, and workplace and money-related stress.
Robin uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a primary framework. He blends that with client-centered conversations, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques to build clear, practical steps. Sessions focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and patterns and testing small behavior changes to see what helps.
He offers a straightforward style that centers on goal setting and skill building. Sessions aim to produce specific strategies for communication, managing strong emotions, and planning next steps after a major life change. He can include faith-based perspectives when a client wants that approach.
Robin draws on a mix of methods rather than a single school of thought. That lets him move between short-term problem solving and longer work on mood and self-esteem. He emphasizes measurable steps so clients can track progress and adjust strategies.
Clients commonly work on things like improving communication, reducing anxiety symptoms, coping with grief, and managing workplace stress. He also supports people navigating forgiveness, guilt, and rebuilding self-regard after setbacks.
Approaches used in online sessions
Robin commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice thoughts that lead to distress and to test different responses. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and managing daily stress by practicing specific skills and tracking results.He also works from a client-centered standpoint, which focuses on listening and reflecting so the person sets the pace and goals. Motivational Interviewing is used when change feels difficult; it helps people clarify personal reasons to change and build the drive to try new behaviors.
Choosing an approach is a collaborative step. He will discuss your goals and preferences and then try methods that match what you want to work on. If one approach is not helpful, he adjusts the plan together with you rather than sticking to a fixed method.
Please confirm which session formats are currently available before booking, as the biography does not list specific options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into weeknights or lunch breaks, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. These practical benefits help the work fit into daily life without promising a specific outcome.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
North Carolina, South Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with most often?
He works with anxiety, depression, grief, stress, relationship and family concerns, and issues such as anger, self-esteem, addictions, bipolar mood patterns, and ADHD.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He uses CBT to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and then tests small behavior changes. The focus is on clear, practical exercises clients can try between sessions.
What is his background and experience?
He has 12 years in the mental health field working with a broad range of concerns across clinical settings.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds LPC and LCMHC credentials and practices in North Carolina.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify which formats are used.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription 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 a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe, use the crisis numbers.