
Robert Hickson
Robert Hickson - Collaborative, Empowering Counselor
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Robert Hickson - Collaborative, Empowering Counselor
Start with Robert HicksonLicensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime
Robert Hickson is a licensed counselor who practices in Illinois and New York. He holds licensure to work as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois and as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York.
He graduated from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in 2014 and has since worked across multiple settings with a variety of people, building practical experience over three years in the field.
Robert leans toward a client-centered and existential approach, believing therapy is a collaborative process shaped by the individuals involved. He places value on positivity and empowerment as key elements in finding and maintaining mental health.
He welcomes inquiries from anyone interested in working together. Prospective clients are invited to reach out with questions large or small.
Many people wonder whether online therapy can truly help. For a range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions - online therapy has been shown to perform comparably to traditional in-person care for most individuals.
One major benefit is flexibility. Clients can choose the communication method that fits their needs and comfort level, whether that means video sessions, phone calls, live chat, or messaging within an app. This versatility makes it easier to integrate counseling into a busy schedule.
Therapists offering online services are licensed professionals, and if the fit with a particular therapist is not ideal, clients have the option to switch to someone else. Online therapy can be an effective and practical way to access professional support when facing common mental health and life challenges.