Robin Daughenbaugh, LCSW
Compassionate listener who focuses on personal stories
Details
| Name | Robin Daughenbaugh |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LCSW |
| Based in | California |
| Licensed in | California |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 3 |
About Robin
Robin Daughenbaugh is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and addictions. She supports those struggling with self-esteem, motivation, and major life changes. Robin centers the person’s story and strengths in each session.
Robin treats each person as the expert on their own life. She listens first and asks questions to help uncover patterns that feel stuck. Together clients and she look for small, workable steps to build confidence and reduce overwhelm.
Background and approach
Her approach draws on Narrative Therapy and Client-Centered methods alongside Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. She uses practical tools when they help and stays focused on what the client wants to change. Sessions are straightforward and goal-oriented when needed, with space for the client to lead the conversation.
Robin has three years as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and worked in social work roles for many years before that. That background shaped her interest in issues like addiction, caregiver stress, aging concerns, and end-of-life support. She also addresses adoption and foster care matters and veteran and armed forces issues.
People who choose Robin often want a compassionate listener who also offers clear options for moving forward. She aims to make each session useful and easy to apply between meetings. Her style is warm, practical, and rooted in respect for each person’s story.
What this therapist works with
Her listing names Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Self esteem among the things Robin works with, alongside the areas below.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Adoption and foster care
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Isolation / loneliness
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Self-harm
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in her listing among her approaches.
- Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Robin among the ways she works.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Robin among the ways she works.
- Motivational Interviewing: Listed by Robin among the ways she works.
- Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Robin among the ways she works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Robin directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how she works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Robin directly how she uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
How Robin’s approaches work online
Robin frequently uses Narrative Therapy to help people reframe difficult experiences by separating the person from the problem and looking for alternative storylines. This approach can help with identity questions, shame, and effects of trauma.She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on listening, empathy, and following the client's lead so they feel understood. That approach supports building self-esteem and confidence. In addition, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and try small behavioral experiments to reduce anxiety and mood symptoms. CBT is useful for panic, social anxiety, and mood shifts.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the first sessions. Robin works collaboratively to choose methods that fit a client's needs, goals, and preferences. She checks in about what helps and adjusts plans as progress unfolds.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy more flexible. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, live chat suits quick check-ins, and text messaging supports brief updates or ongoing support between appointments. These options let people fit sessions into busy days and choose the format that feels most practical.
Common questions about this listing
What concerns does Robin help with?
She helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes, plus related areas such as grief, caregiver stress, and social anxiety.
What is Robin's therapeutic style?
Her style is warm and person-centered, listening for the client's story and strengths while offering practical steps and tools tailored to each person's goals.
What experience does she bring?
Robin has three years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and worked in social work roles for many years before licensure.
What credentials and location apply?
She holds the LCSW credential and is licensed in California.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are used?
Robin offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Robin?
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