Robert Whiting , LCSW

Robert Whiting is an Arizona-based LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) with 15 years of professional experience in behavioral health. He works with adults addressing stress and anxiety, addiction and process-related compulsions, anger and motivation, self-esteem and confidence, and mood-related concerns such as depression and panic. His practice also includes focused work around abandonment, caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, communication and control issues, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, men’s issues and midlife transitions, veteran and armed forces issues, and process addictions such as pornography, exercise, and gambling.

He approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, shaping conversations and treatment plans to fit the individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model. Drawing from evidence-informed methods, he emphasizes practical skills, increased self-awareness, and meaningful behavior change to help people move toward a more fulfilling life. Seeking help is a courageous step, and he frames his role as supportive and empowering throughout the change process.

Robert tailors therapeutic work to each person’s goals and preferences and works collaboratively to identify the most helpful strategies. He is not currently accepting new clients.

Practical therapeutic approaches for online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice unhelpful patterns of avoidance and reconnect with personal values so they can take meaningful action despite difficult thoughts or feelings. It is often useful for anxiety, chronic pain, and struggles with motivation.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical, skill-based work. It is commonly used to address anxiety, depression, panic, and problems with low self-esteem.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. Those skills can be especially helpful for intense anger, mood instability, and behavioral patterns that interfere with daily life.

Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. As a licensed professional, Robert Whiting works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their goals, needs, and preferences, and he adjusts plans as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how people connect - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit therapy into busy or complex lives. These options allow therapists to deliver consistent care and practical skill work while accommodating different schedules and communication styles.