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Robert Burke, LISW

Ohio LISW with 30 years experience
  • Extensive clinical experience
  • Collaborative therapeutic approach
  • Supervisory designation

About Robert Burke

Robert Burke is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) practicing in Ohio who brings three decades of social work experience to his clinical work. The LISW credential indicates that he is a licensed independent social worker with an advanced supervisory designation, reflecting extensive training and professional responsibility.

Over a 30-year career in the Cleveland area, he has provided services in a broad range of settings including community programs, dialysis units, hospitals, and rehabilitation facilities. That variety of experience has shaped his practical approach to assessment, support, and intervention with people facing diverse life challenges.

He adopts a collaborative stance in therapy, working alongside clients to offer insight, education, and resources that support their goals. The emphasis is on partnering with individuals to identify strengths, build coping strategies, and pursue meaningful change. His practice focuses on helping clients move toward their best potential through thoughtful, experienced guidance.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityLife purposeNarcissismPersonality disordersSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Robert Burke have?

Robert Burke has 30 years of experience as a practicing social worker.

Is Robert Burke a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the LISW credential, which denotes a Licensed Independent Social Worker. License details are OH LISW I.0005908-SUPV.

In which languages does Robert Burke provide therapy?

Robert Burke provides therapy in English.

Where is Robert Burke located?

Robert Burke is located in Ohio.

How can I work with Robert Burke as my therapist?

Sessions with Robert Burke can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Robert Burke work with international clients?

Robert Burke does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Robert Burke cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and therapist availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled and conducted by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care



Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the client's own experience and strengths. In this approach the therapist provides an empathetic, accepting environment that helps individuals explore feelings, clarify values, and make decisions that align with their goals. It is useful for people seeking support with life transitions, self-understanding, and relationship concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. CBT offers practical strategies for managing anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching skills for problem solving, mood regulation, and behavior change.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) blends acceptance and change strategies and provides tools for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. It can be especially helpful for managing intense emotions and improving relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Robert Burke works collaboratively with clients to assess needs, preferences, and goals and to select methods that fit each individual's situation. The choice of approach may evolve as the work progresses and as priorities change.

Online therapy offers flexibility by allowing sessions via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. This range of options supports consistent engagement with licensed professionals, accommodates varying schedules and locations, and helps people maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are not practical.

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