Robert Wubbenhorst , LCMHC

Robert Wubbenhorst is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) practicing in Vermont with 15 years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy concerns, addiction, grief, sleep problems, anger, bipolar disorder, career transitions, and other life changes. He draws on an integrative set of therapeutic tools - including client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical strategies, hypnotherapy, and mindfulness practices - to tailor care to each person’s needs and goals.

Robert believes many people become stuck by repeating patterns that developed over years, and he focuses on reconnecting clients with their own courage and wisdom while teaching practical skills to move through difficult emotions and situations. He also addresses issues such as blended family dynamics, chronic illness and disability, first responder challenges, communication problems, and compassion fatigue, helping clients build resilience and clearer paths forward.

Known for an approach that balances empathy with actionable strategies, he partners with individuals to explore underlying patterns, reduce distress, and develop tools for healthier coping and decision making. His practice emphasizes collaboration, respect for each person’s experience, and helping clients find renewed calm and hope about the future.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Options

Robert integrates Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) into his online work to meet a range of needs. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship that helps people explore their experiences and discover internal strengths; it is useful for building self-esteem and navigating life transitions. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical strategies and skill building - it often helps with anxiety, depression, and stress management. DBT combines acceptance and change strategies to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness - it can be especially helpful for intense emotions, relationship challenges, and impulsivity.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. He works collaboratively with each person to assess needs, try approaches that fit their goals and preferences, and adjust the plan as work progresses so that therapy remains relevant and effective.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity of care during life changes, and use the communication style that feels most comfortable for the individual. Licensed professionals and therapists can adapt interventions to these formats to support meaningful progress over time.