Robert Aerts , LMFT

Robert Aerts is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a master’s degree in counseling psychology and eight years of experience in the mental health field. He also brings over 30 years of experience in human services, which has informed his work with a wide range of people and life circumstances.

Robert provides individual therapy and practices from a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy framework, tailoring his approach to the specific concerns a person brings to sessions. He is LGBTQ friendly and acknowledges the stigma and unique challenges that can accompany LGBTQ identities, creating space to address those experiences directly.

Communication in his practice is straightforward and honest, and he aims to match therapeutic tools to each person's needs. When an issue falls outside his scope of expertise, he discusses alternative resources or referrals that may be a better fit. As an LMFT - a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - he integrates clinical training and practical human services experience to support people working through stress, anxiety, relationships, trauma, grief, and other life transitions.

Therapeutic Approaches Applied to Online Care

Robert primarily integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy in his work, adapting them to the online setting. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; it is often used for anxiety, stress, mood concerns, and coping with life changes. Narrative Therapy centers on the stories people tell about their lives and relationships, helping separate a person from their problems and explore alternative meanings and possibilities. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on practical steps and existing strengths to build small, achievable changes and clarify goals rather than focusing only on problems.

Choosing the right approach is part of the collaborative process. Robert works with clients to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and together they determine which methods are most helpful. If one approach is not producing the intended results, he will discuss adjustments and alternative strategies.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for scheduling and make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives. These options allow licensed professionals and therapists to provide consistent support across distance, helping people access care in a way that suits their routines and comfort levels.