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Robin Waters

Practical support for stress and mood challenges

LCSW Florida

Experience
10 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem
Approaches
Gottman Method, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English

About Robin

Robin Waters is a Florida-based licensed clinical social worker with 10 years of experience helping people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, and bipolar concerns.

Background and approach

She focuses on building a calm, nonjudgmental space where people can speak about hard feelings and what gets in the way of everyday life. Robin uses straightforward talk and active listening to understand what matters to each person.

She helps people notice patterns, test small changes, and build practical skills for managing mood and panic. Sessions are collaborative and paced to fit each person's needs.

Her work often addresses self-esteem, shame, and relationship communication. She also supports people dealing with abandonment wounds, chronic illness and pain, and the emotional ripple effects of divorce and separation.

Robin helps people work through guilt, forgive themselves, and find clearer direction in midlife or during a life transition. Clinically, she draws on a mix of approaches including the Gottman Method, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, and emotion-focused ways of working.

Those tools are used to improve emotional regulation, reduce avoidance, and strengthen day-to-day coping. Robin aims to make the first steps feel manageable.

She helps people set realistic goals, track progress, and adjust strategies when something isn't working. The focus is on practical change, one small step at a time.

Using evidence-based approaches in online care

Robin commonly draws on the Gottman Method and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in her online work. The Gottman Method focuses on improving communication and reducing conflict by teaching practical skills for listening, sharing needs, and repairing moments of disconnection. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying values and taking committed action toward a meaningful life.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Robin collaborates with each person to identify what fits their goals, preferences, and the issues they bring. Together they try strategies, track what helps, and adjust the plan when needed so the work stays relevant and doable.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and practice of interpersonal skills, while phone sessions can work well when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging are useful for brief check-ins, homework support, or when typing feels easier than speaking. These options make it simpler to keep therapy consistent around work, caregiving, or medical needs.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Robin address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, and bipolar disorder, plus related issues like self-esteem, panic, and communication problems.
How would you describe her approach in sessions?
Her style is collaborative and straightforward. She listens, helps name patterns, and practices skills together during sessions.
What kind of clinical background does she have?
Robin has 10 years of professional experience working with mood and trauma-related concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds a Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential (LCSW) and is licensed in Florida.
Which languages are offered and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Robin works via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

10+ years

Licensed in

Florida

Languages

English