Robin Daughenbaugh , LCSW

Robin Daughenbaugh is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California who combines years of social work experience with a focused clinical practice. She has worked as a social worker for 19 years and has spent the past 3 years practicing with the LCSW credential, which indicates formal training and licensure to provide clinical therapy in California.

Robin works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, challenges with addictions, and the adjustments that come with major life changes. She also supports clients who are working on motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and processing trauma. Her approach centers on recognizing each person as the expert of their own story and building on the strengths they already possess.

Taking the first step toward a more balanced and satisfying life can feel daunting, and Robin frames that step as an act of courage. She offers steady encouragement and practical guidance tailored to each person’s needs, helping clients move toward clearer goals and healthier coping over time.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Robin uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the client’s experiences and goals guide the work. This approach emphasizes empathy and respect and is helpful for building self-esteem, processing life changes, and fostering personal insight.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to help people identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. CBT is practical and skill-focused, making it useful for anxiety, depression, panic, and everyday coping strategies.

Motivational Interviewing supports clients who are ambivalent about change by exploring personal values and strengthening motivation. It pairs well with addiction work, behavior change, and situations where finding internal motivation is important.

Finding the best approach is part of the therapeutic process. Robin works collaboratively with clients to tailor methods to their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as progress is made.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to fit therapy into daily life and access support from home or another convenient location while working with a licensed professional.