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Dr. Robert Nielsen

Experienced LPCC offering practical, compassionate therapy

LPCC North Dakota

Experience
50 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Grief
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Robert

Dr. Robert Nielsen brings five decades of experience as an LPCC practicing in North Dakota.

Background and approach

He focuses on supporting people facing stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, and struggles with motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. Over his long career he has developed a style that balances practical skills with compassionate listening.

He works from client-centered principles, tailoring conversation and treatment plans to each person’s situation while also using cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thinking and build workable coping strategies. Dr.

Nielsen emphasizes respect and sensitivity in sessions and invites clients to define their goals so therapy matches their needs. He frames change as a courageous step and positions himself as a partner who supports and empowers clients throughout the process.

Practical Approaches for Online Therapy and Skill Building



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to help people notice and change patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to stress, anxiety, depression, and other concerns; it focuses on practical strategies and homework-style exercises to build new skills. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathic, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where the person’s goals and lived experience guide the work, supporting self-directed growth and emotional processing.

Finding the right approach is part of the collaborative process. The therapist partners with clients to discuss goals, preferences, and what feels most useful, adjusting methods over time so therapy reflects each person’s needs rather than following a one-size-fits-all plan.

Online sessions offer flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules or to access care from different locations. These formats allow licensed professionals to provide regular, ongoing support and practical exercises while accommodating how a client prefers to communicate.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
Dr. Nielsen works with a range of issues including stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, self-esteem, coping with life changes, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating concerns, parenting challenges, anger, bipolar disorder, depression, compassion fatigue, ADHD, hospice and end-of-life counseling, and infidelity.
What is the therapist's approach or style in sessions?
He combines client-centered principles with cognitive behavioral techniques, offering empathetic listening while helping clients explore thoughts and behaviors to develop practical coping strategies.
How much experience does the therapist have?
The therapist has 50 years of professional experience, bringing long-term clinical exposure to a variety of concerns and settings.
What credentials and location are listed for this provider?
He is licensed as an LPCC in North Dakota with the licence detail ND LPCC 8-12-5-90-1 and practices from that state.
Can clients who live outside the United States work with this therapist?
International clients are accepted and sessions can be arranged across borders according to availability and applicable regulations.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Appointments are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How is cost handled for therapy with this counselor?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to begin working with this therapist?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Hospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelity

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Experience

50+ years

Licensed

North Dakota

Languages

English