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Dr. Robert Nielsen, LPCC

  • Experience50 years
  • LocationNorth Dakota
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Relationship
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Robert

Dr. Robert Nielsen brings five decades of professional experience as an LPCC in North Dakota, shaping a practical and compassionate approach to therapy.

Background and approach

He works with a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood issues, trauma and abuse, ADHD, relationship and intimacy-related problems, grief and end-of-life matters, parenting and family stress, eating and anger concerns, and work-related compassion fatigue. His practice also addresses infidelity and offers coaching-oriented support when clients seek practical change and motivation.

Dr. Nielsen blends client-centered principles with cognitive behavioral techniques to tailor conversations and treatment plans to each person’s situation.

He emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and empathy as the foundation of care, and aims to help clients build confidence, improve coping with life changes, and restore a greater sense of balance. He encourages prospective clients by acknowledging that taking the first step toward change takes courage and by offering steady support and collaboration through the process.

Approach to Therapy Online and Practical Tools

Dr. Nielsen uses client-centered therapy to create a respectful, empathetic space where the client's goals and values guide the conversation. This approach focuses on listening, understanding, and collaborating so the person feels heard and supported while identifying what they want to change.

He also integrates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. CBT is frequently used for anxiety, depression, stress management, motivation, and practical problem solving related to daily functioning and relationships.

Choosing a therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts strategies as progress is made. That collaborative stance helps tailor interventions to what actually works for the individual.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These formats make it easier to schedule appointments around work, family, or geographic limitations, and allow clients to continue care from different locations when needed.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does this therapist address?
Areas of focus include stress and anxiety, depression and bipolar concerns, trauma, relationship and intimacy issues, grief and end-of-life matters, parenting and family challenges, eating and anger issues, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and infidelity.
What is the therapist's general approach to sessions?
The practice combines client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral techniques to shape treatment to each person's needs, emphasizing respect, sensitivity, and collaborative planning.
How much experience does the therapist have?
The clinician has 50 years of professional experience working in mental health and related areas.
Where is the therapist licensed and located?
The therapist is licensed as an LPCC in North Dakota and practices from that state while accepting international clients.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are conducted in English and the practice accepts international clients.
What session formats are available for remote work?
Remote appointment options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different preferences and schedules.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided via a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule appointments based on therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Hospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelity

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Experience

50+ years

Licensed

North Dakota

Languages

English