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Robert Hickson

Therapist focused on practical, compassionate care

LMHC, LCPC Illinois

Experience
11 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Robert

Robert Hickson is a licensed counselor who works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, depression, grief, and a broad range of mood and trauma-related issues.

Background and approach

He combines evidence-informed strategies and a strengths-based attitude to support clients dealing with compassion fatigue, addictions, bipolar mood challenges, and social anxiety, while also addressing control issues, forgiveness, and self-esteem struggles. With 11 years of clinical experience and credentials as an LMHC and an Illinois LCPC, Robert blends practical interventions and collaborative exploration.

He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based approaches, emotionally focused techniques, and client-centered perspectives to tailor work to each person’s priorities. His style emphasizes empowerment, meaning, and the mutual nature of the therapeutic relationship rather than a one-size-fits-all method.

Robert trained at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology and has provided care across multiple settings since graduation. He accepts clients in English, welcomes international clients, and offers flexible formats so individuals can find an approach and schedule that align with their needs.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care

Robert integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy into online work to address thoughts, behaviors, and values. CBT offers practical tools to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, which can help with anxiety, depression, and social phobia. ACT focuses on clarifying personal values and building psychological flexibility so clients can pursue meaningful activities despite difficult emotions.

He also employs Attachment-Based ideas when relational patterns and emotional bonds are central to a client’s concerns, helping clients understand how early and current relationships influence feelings and behavior. Throughout the process he frames therapy as collaborative, exploring together which combination of approaches best fits each client’s needs, goals, and preferences rather than imposing a single method.

Online therapy with him is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to maximize accessibility and convenience. These formats allow clients to engage from different locations and schedules, making it easier to maintain continuity of care while using evidence-informed techniques adapted for remote work.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, trauma and abuse, compassion fatigue, addictions, bipolar mood issues, and related concerns such as self-esteem, anger, career challenges, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His approach is collaborative and client-centered, emphasizing empowerment and meaning while integrating targeted interventions to help clients meet their goals.
What is his clinical background and experience?
He trained at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology and has 11 years of clinical experience working in a variety of settings since graduating in 2014.
Which credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
He holds LMHC and LCPC credentials with details NY LMHC 009359 and IL LCPC 180.011867, and is based in Illinois.
Does he provide services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are sessions billed and what does cost depend on?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; services use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How does someone begin working with him?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCompassion fatigue

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Control issuesForgivenessMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

11+ years

Licensed

Illinois, New York

Languages

English