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Robin Daughenbaugh

Robin Daughenbaugh, LCSW

Therapist · California · 3+ years of experience

Compassionate support for stress and life change

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At a glance

Listed location
California
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
LCSW
Languages
English
License (California)
LCSW · No. LCSW109371
NPI
1518644673

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  • Strengths focused
  • Goal oriented
  • Practical strategies

About Robin

Robin Daughenbaugh is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and addiction-related concerns. She focuses on practical support for self-esteem, motivation, and coping with life changes. Robin emphasizes each person's strengths and works side by side with clients as they take first steps toward change.

With three years of experience as an LCSW and a longer history as a social worker, she draws on conversational, straightforward methods in sessions. She listens for what matters most to each person and uses techniques to build confidence and reduce overwhelming feelings. Sessions aim to make small changes that add up over time.

Robin uses a mix of approaches including Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. Those methods guide practical exercises, skill-building, and reflections that help people shift unhelpful patterns and clarify goals. She tailors interventions to the person rather than following a fixed formula.

She also supports people facing caregiver strain, hospice and end-of-life concerns, adoption and foster care issues, and challenges linked to aging and geriatric issues. Robin is comfortable addressing waves of guilt, shame, isolation, or grief that can accompany these situations.

The working style is collaborative and respectful. Sessions are conversational and goal-oriented, with room to talk through feelings and try concrete steps between meetings. Robin encourages clients to set the pace and brings steady support as they work toward better daily functioning and greater emotional balance.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English

How her approaches work in online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters to the person. The therapist follows the client's lead, helping them name concerns and find their own solutions while offering consistent support.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect. It uses simple exercises to change unhelpful thinking and build coping skills for anxiety, depression, and mood difficulties.

Robin approaches care as a collaborative process. She will work with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That choice is revisited as needs change so treatment stays useful and relevant.

Confirm the exact session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Many people find online work convenient because it can make scheduling easier, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Online sessions can help fit therapy into a busy day while still using the same therapeutic techniques discussed above.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Robin help with?

She supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and addiction-related issues. She also works with concerns like low self-esteem, coping with life changes, caregiver stress, and aging and geriatric issues.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is conversational and collaborative. She listens first, then uses practical techniques to build skills and reach short-term goals.

What is her background and experience?

Robin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with three years as an LCSW and many more years practicing as a social worker. She has worked with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds the LCSW credential and is licensed in California as a CA LCSW. She practices from California.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with her?

She is not accepting international clients at this time.

How are costs and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin therapy?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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