Therapist profile
Dr. Robert Egbert, LMHC
Washington LMHC - Family and relationship concerns
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- Stress and anxiety
- Parenting issues
- CBT and EFT
About Robert
Dr. Robert Egbert is a Washington LMHC with 30 years of clinical experience. He holds a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology and an Ed.D., and has worked in school counseling and family therapy settings. He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, parenting concerns, and relationship and intimacy-related issues.
He describes a practical, flexible approach to therapy. He draws on client-centered work and cognitive behavioral techniques to address day-to-day problems. He also uses emotionally-focused and existential ideas when those perspectives fit the issue. The Gottman Method informs his work around relationship patterns.
Sessions focus on clear, usable steps. He talks through communication skills, problem-solving, and ways to manage emotions and behavior. For parenting concerns he addresses caregiving stress, blended family dynamics, and practical strategies for routines and boundaries.
His background includes work with learning and behavior disorders, ADHD, eating and sleeping concerns, and co-occurring issues like bipolar disorder and substance problems. He also lists help for abandonment, attachment challenges, and aging or caregiver stress. That range reflects decades of varied clinical experience rather than a single narrow focus.
Outside clinical work he is married with three grown children and enjoys the outdoors, travel, and radio. He lives with a professional writer and brings a longtime practice perspective to conversations about family life and parenting.
How sessions work
How therapeutic approaches appear in online work
Dr. Egbert draws on client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy in ways that fit many everyday family concerns. Client-centered work focuses on listening and reflecting so someone can make sense of what matters to them; it helps when people need a clearer view of parenting goals or relationship values. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at patterns of thought and behavior and teaches practical techniques to manage anxiety, mood, or reacting under stress.Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. He will help identify which methods suit the problem, goals, and personal preferences, and adjust the mix over time based on what is helpful. This is a practical back-and-forth rather than a one-size-fits-all plan.
Confirm the therapist's available session formats before booking, since formats are not listed in the biography. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so people can use a lunch break or evening hour more easily. Talk with the therapist about which approach and session rhythm best match daily life and parenting demands.
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Washington
Languages
English
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What kinds of family or parenting concerns does he address?
He helps people with parenting stress, blended family issues, communication problems, boundaries, and caregiving strain.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a mix of client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, emotionally-focused ideas, existential reflection, and the Gottman Method depending on what fits the problem.
How long has he been practicing?
He has practiced for 30 years across school counseling and family therapy settings.
What credential and location should I know about?
He practices as an LMHC in Washington.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered to international clients; confirm any cross-border details before scheduling.
Which session formats does he offer?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in his biography.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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