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- Client-centered work
- ACT methods
- DBT skills
About Robert
Robert Allanson is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois with 10 years of experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, and coping with life changes. He uses client-centered work alongside techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
He trained in community counseling after studying education in college and has experience in both inpatient hospitalization and outpatient substance use and mental health settings. His background includes work with adolescents and adults in those settings. This practical experience informs how he plans sessions and sets goals.
Robert structures sessions around collaboration. He helps people identify their existing strengths and then practices ways to adapt those strengths when life changes. He draws on ACT methods that emphasize values and committed action, and DBT skills for managing intense emotions and impulses.
In addiction and recovery work he combines motivational interviewing style techniques with client-centered conversation to support change. He addresses issues like abandonment, attachment difficulties, communication problems, guilt, shame, and impulse control in concrete ways. People also bring concerns about body image, chronic illness, caregiver stress, and life purpose.
Outside clinical work he balances life with creative practices and family time. He mentions daily drawing and play with his children as ways he keeps perspective and manages stress. That personal detail reflects a practical orientation toward everyday routines and problem solving.
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How his approaches translate to remote work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to clarify what matters to them and take small steps aligned with those values. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and life transitions to reduce avoidance and increase meaningful action. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so people can find their own solutions; it works well when someone needs space to make sense of feelings and choices. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness; those skills help with impulsivity and strong emotions. Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals and preferences and suggest methods that match those needs. That conversation guides which ACT exercises, DBT skills, or client-centered strategies get emphasized in sessions. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, reduce travel time, or choose a shorter check-in when schedules are tight. Some people find video helps with visual cues while phone sessions may be simpler when bandwidth or screen time is limited. Discussing practical details up front helps arrange a schedule that fits everyday life.Sheet 3
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he focus on?
He focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include attachment issues, impulse control, and caregiver stress.
What therapeutic approaches does he use?
He uses a client-centered approach with techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Motivational interviewing elements are also part of his practice.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has ten years of clinical experience. That includes work in inpatient hospitalization and outpatient substance use and mental health settings.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) licensed in Illinois. His practice and training history are based in Illinois.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not work with international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know whether in-person or remote meetings are available.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing details are not provided in the biography.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session. That process begins the intake and scheduling steps.
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