Robin Johnson

Calm, practical, skills-focused therapy

LMSW, LICSW Michigan

Experience: 8 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Robin

Robin Johnson is a licensed social worker who blends cognitive behavioral approaches with client-centered and skills-based work to help people manage stress, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.

Background and approach

She uses clear, direct guidance together with empathy and occasional challenge so clients can explore patterns, practice new coping strategies, and make practical changes. Robin holds LMSW and LICSW credentials and brings eight years of experience working with mood disorders, grief, relationship struggles, addiction concerns, ADHD, and other complex presentations.

Her style emphasizes collaboration: clients set goals and Robin follows their lead while offering structure through CBT techniques, DBT-informed skills training, and mindfulness practices. She incorporates grounding, emotion regulation, relaxation methods, and motivational conversation to support behavior change.

Availability is primarily weekdays with some evening or weekend chat sessions possible, and she provides video, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging options for remote care. Based in Michigan, Robin combines practical coaching with clinical strategies to address issues such as self-esteem, panic, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, trauma and abuse, and family or parenting concerns.

The approach invites active participation and gradual skill-building so clients can regain a sense of control and move toward their goals.

Practical approaches for online coping and skill-building

Robin integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills into remote work to help clients identify unhelpful thoughts, test beliefs, and develop concrete coping strategies. CBT focuses on understanding links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and is useful for anxiety, depression, panic, and OCD patterns. DBT-informed skills include emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness and can assist with intense emotions, self-control, and relationship challenges.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to clarify goals, try techniques, and adjust methods based on what resonates and produces progress. Clients are invited to participate actively in shaping their plan and to provide feedback so treatments can be tailored to individual needs and preferences.

Online options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for people with busy schedules or limited transportation. These formats allow for regular skills practice, brief check-ins, and ongoing support between longer sessions, making it easier to maintain momentum and apply new strategies in daily life.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?

Areas of focus include stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addictions, self-esteem, relationship and family problems, ADHD, bipolar and a range of mood or personality-related difficulties.

What therapeutic style can I expect during sessions?

The therapist uses a blend of client-centered interaction with cognitive behavioral techniques and DBT-informed skills, offering a direct but empathetic approach that mixes guidance, validation, and practical skill teaching.

How many years of clinical experience does the therapist have?

Robin Johnson has eight years of professional experience working with mood disorders, trauma, addiction issues, and related concerns.

Which credentials and where is the therapist licensed?

The clinician holds LMSW and LICSW credentials with license details listed as MI LMSW 6801080292 and MA LICSW 121270, and practices from Michigan.

Are sessions available in other languages or to international clients?

Sessions are offered in English only and international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are offered for online work?

Remote formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and scheduling needs.

How does pricing and subscription work for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin the process of working together?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Depression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingADHD

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDomestic violenceFamily problemsGuilt and shame Mood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

Michigan, Massachusetts

Languages

English