Roberto (BO) Hess
Compassionate, practical therapy for lasting change
LCSW North Carolina
- Experience
- 3 years in practice
- Focus areas
- Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse
- Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Languages
- English
About Roberto
Roberto (BO) Hess is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who offers support for a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma and abuse, sleep problems, anger, LGBT-related issues, grief, eating concerns, parenting challenges, bipolar disorder, depression, and coping with life changes.
Background and approach
He also addresses related areas such as abandonment, codependency, body image, substance-related issues, dissociation, and isolation, bringing focused attention to the interplay of symptoms and everyday functioning. Bo blends practical, evidence-based methods with an empathic, mentoring stance.
He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) along with dialectical and mindfulness-informed techniques, EMDR for trauma processing, and motivational interviewing to support change and build coping skills. His approach emphasizes collaboration, honest feedback, and a warm therapeutic alliance that makes space for humor and humanity even in difficult moments.
With three years of professional experience practicing in North Carolina, he holds the NC LCSW license number C011628. Bo accepts English-speaking clients and works with individuals who are navigating complex emotional experiences, offering in-person and online session formats to fit different needs and schedules.
Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Healing
Roberto (BO) Hess commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to address patterns of thought and behavior. CBT works by identifying unhelpful thinking and teaching practical skills to change reactions and routines, which is often helpful for anxiety, depression, and stress. DBT focuses on building emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills, which can be useful for intense emotions, impulsivity, and relationship stress.He also draws on EMDR when trauma processing is needed, using structured eye movement or bilateral stimulation techniques alongside narrative work to help reduce the impact of distressing memories. Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process; the therapist will work with each person to explore their goals, preferences, and symptoms and then tailor methods that fit their situation. Clients are encouraged to give feedback so the plan evolves with progress.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing people to access consistent support from wherever they are. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, maintain continuity during transitions, and combine synchronous and asynchronous check-ins when helpful. Licensed professionals can adapt CBT, DBT, and EMDR-informed practices to work effectively in remote formats while focusing on skills, safety, and steady progress.
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Experience
3+ years
Licensed
North Carolina
Languages
English