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RI Portrait of Dr. Robert Spaulding II

Dr. Robert Spaulding II

Compassionate guidance toward practical change

LPC Georgia

Experience
37 years in practice
Focus areas
Relationship, Trauma and abuse, Anger
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English

About Robert

Dr. Robert Spaulding II is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Georgia with 37 years of experience in the mental health field.

Background and approach

He works with a broad range of concerns including relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, anger, coping with life changes, ADHD, stress, anxiety, addictions, family and parenting challenges, grief, intimacy issues, self-esteem, career matters, and depression.

His background also includes work with specialized areas such as attachment and abandonment, adoption and foster care, aging and geriatric issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, blended-family dynamics, caregiver stress, and other related topics. His therapeutic approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), client-centered techniques, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and elements of Jungian therapy.

He describes his style as interactive, practical, empathic, and direct, emphasizing the importance of the therapeutic relationship as the foundation for change. Dr.

Spaulding aims to create an atmosphere of honesty, open-mindedness, willingness, and mutual respect to help clients map a path toward their goals. Available in English, he accepts international clients and offers multiple session formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.

Prospective clients can start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to his availability.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care

Dr. Spaulding commonly integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy into his work. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms like anxiety, depression, and stress, and it often uses practical exercises and homework. ACT emphasizes values-based action and acceptance of difficult internal experiences while teaching skills to pursue a meaningful life despite uncomfortable thoughts or feelings.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. He works with clients to explore which methods align with their needs, goals, and personal preferences, and adjusts strategies over time so therapy remains relevant and useful for the person in front of him.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, maintain continuity when travel or relocation occurs, and access care from a licensed professional in Georgia even for clients living elsewhere.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He addresses a wide variety of issues including relationships, trauma and abuse, anger, ADHD, anxiety, stress, addictions, grief, parenting, self-esteem, career struggles, depression, and intimacy-related problems.
What is his general therapeutic style?
The approach is interactive, practical, empathic, and direct, with a focus on building a respectful therapeutic relationship that supports change and goal achievement.
How much experience does this therapist have?
He brings 37 years of experience in the mental health field working with individuals and families across a range of concerns and settings.
Where is he licensed and what credential does he hold?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor with the Georgia license GA LPC LPC010046 and practices in Georgia.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Yes, he accepts international clients and provides services in English for those living abroad.
What formats are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and needs.
How are session costs handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseAnger managementCoping with life changesADHD

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Jungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

37+ years

Licensed

Georgia

Languages

English