Robert Allanson is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, practicing in Illinois.
01About Robert
Robert Allanson is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, practicing in Illinois. He brings ten years of experience working with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, and major life changes. Robert writes plainly and meets clients where they are.
He focuses on clear goals and practical steps. Robert trained in education and community counseling before working in both inpatient and outpatient settings. He has supported people through substance use concerns and mental health struggles.
Background and approach
His background includes work with adolescents and adults in hospital and outpatient programs. In sessions he leans on a client-centered stance that honors each person’s strengths. He also draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, to teach skills for emotion regulation and values-driven action.
The work is collaborative and goal-focused rather than lecture-driven. Robert helps people identify what matters to them and build habits that fit everyday life. He uses short practical exercises, skill practice, and step-by-step planning.
He aims to make therapy useful between sessions so progress carries into daily routines. Outside of work he keeps balance with creative outlets and family time. He says small daily accomplishments and playful moments help offset stress.
That same emphasis on manageable steps shows up in how he structures care for the people he supports.
02Credentials
- LCPC (Illinois)
- License 180011386 · expires March 2027
- NPI
- 1851787154 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
Everything Robert lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Grief
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Methods Robert names
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04Online support
How ACT and DBT translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choose actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions where someone wants clearer direction. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and building on a person's strengths to guide change, which supports trust and warmth in any format. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, DBT, teaches concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving relationships, especially for impulsivity, addiction struggles, and chronic stress.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapy process. The therapist will work together with each client to decide which methods fit best based on goals and preferences. That collaborative process means techniques can shift over time as needs change.
Online sessions can increase flexibility. Video calls let people use visual cues and do role practice, phone sessions may fit into a short break or when bandwidth is limited, and live chat or text messaging can provide quick check-ins or ongoing skill reminders between appointments. These options make it easier to maintain regular work on values, skills, and daily routines without major travel or schedule changes.
05Questions people ask
What issues does Robert commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, and coping with life changes, plus related concerns such as attachment, body image, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and impulsivity.
What is his general therapy style?
He takes a client-centered, collaborative approach and focuses on practical steps. Sessions include skill practice and goal setting drawn from ACT and DBT methods.
How much experience does he have?
He has 10 years of clinical experience working in inpatient hospitalization and outpatient substance use and mental health settings.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds the LCPC credential and practices in Illinois.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How do fees and getting started work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on therapist availability.
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