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Robert Aerts

A practical, CBT-informed therapist for life challenges

LMFT California

Experience
8 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Parenting
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy
Languages
English
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About Robert

Robert Aerts is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a primary framework to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and build practical skills for change.

Background and approach

He brings eight years of clinical experience in mental health and more than three decades working in human services, combining clinical techniques with a long history of community-focused work. He is LGBTQ friendly and attentive to the social pressures and stigma that can affect sexual minority clients.

His practice adapts to the concerns each person presents, using narrative and solution-focused elements alongside CBT when those approaches fit the goals. He offers individual therapy with straightforward, direct communication and emphasizes collaborative planning; when a presenting issue falls outside his scope, he discusses other resources and supports that may be a better match.

Located in California, he works in English and provides a mix of video, phone, chat, and messaging session formats to accommodate different preferences and schedules.

Integrating CBT and Brief Approaches for Online Care



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce distress and build practical coping skills; it is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and anger. Narrative Therapy centers on the stories people tell about their lives, helping separate problems from identity so clients can explore new meanings and possibilities. Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes immediate, goal-oriented steps and small changes that move a person toward specific outcomes.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and the therapist collaborates with each client to find the best fit based on goals, preferences, and what is working in early sessions. This collaborative process may draw from CBT, narrative techniques, or solution-focused strategies depending on the issue and the client’s style.

Online therapy offers flexibility by allowing work through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which can make it easier to maintain consistency around busy schedules and life transitions. These options support different communication preferences and can help clients stay engaged with treatment while balancing work, family, and other commitments.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
He works with a range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, grief, trauma and abuse, anger, parenting challenges, self-esteem, coping with life changes, LGBT concerns, and ADHD.
What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?
Sessions are grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with additional use of narrative and solution-focused techniques when appropriate, emphasizing practical strategies and collaborative goal-setting.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
The therapist has eight years of experience in the mental health field and over 30 years working in human services.
What credentials and location are associated with this practice?
He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with the designation LMFT and works in California; the license number is CA LMFT 113139.
Can I work with this therapist if I live outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted, and services are offered to clients within the therapist's accepted regions.
Which session formats are available for online work?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide a variety of ways to engage in therapy.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps do I take to begin therapy with this clinician?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCoping with life changesADHD

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Narrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English