Robin Johnson, LMSW, LICSW

Robin Johnson LICSW - Trauma and relationship care

DBT and CBT skills
Trauma and grief support
Relationship and family work

About Robin Johnson

Robin Johnson is a licensed social worker who brings a direct, transparent, and compassionate approach to clinical work. She emphasizes collaboration, following each client’s lead while offering guidance and structure to help people navigate periods when life feels unmanageable or out of control. Robin blends traditional and alternative techniques, drawing on DBT-based skills, cognitive behavioral strategies, emotion regulation training, and client-centered therapy to address a wide range of concerns. Her practice focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, depression, addictions, LGBT-related issues, relationships, family and parenting challenges, anger, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and ADHD, along with related areas such as adoption and foster care, attachment difficulties, codependency, and personality-related concerns.

Known for creating a warm and relaxed atmosphere, she uses respect, empathy, humor, and compassion alongside clear feedback when needed. Therapeutic tools include healthy-relationship skill building, grounding and anchoring exercises, relaxation techniques, spirituality-informed conversation, and practical coping skills. Robin holds the credentials LMSW and LICSW - professional social work licenses that signify advanced clinical training and supervised practice. She practices in Michigan and offers services in English. At this time Robin Johnson is not accepting new clients, and prospective clients are encouraged to review current availability through the directory listing.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Depression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDomestic violenceFamily problemsGuilt and shameMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Robin Johnson have?

Robin Johnson has 8 years of professional experience in clinical social work.

Is Robin Johnson a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials LMSW and LICSW. LMSW stands for Licensed Master Social Worker and LICSW stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. License details are MI LMSW 6801080292 and MA LICSW 121270.

In which languages does Robin Johnson provide therapy?

Robin Johnson provides therapy in English.

Where is Robin Johnson located?

Robin Johnson is located in Michigan.

How can I work with Robin Johnson as my therapist?

Therapy with Robin Johnson can be offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Please note that Robin Johnson is not currently accepting new clients.

Does Robin Johnson work with international clients?

Robin Johnson does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Robin Johnson cost?

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

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward: click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire designed to match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging. Please be aware that Robin Johnson is not accepting new clients at this time.

Approaches and online therapy options with Robin Johnson

Robin Johnson incorporates client-centered therapy and DBT and cognitive behavioral techniques to tailor online care to each person’s needs. Client-centered therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental stance where the therapist follows the client’s priorities and helps them explore goals and values. This approach can be especially helpful for people seeking a collaborative, strengths-based process. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and is often used for anxiety, depression, and problem-solving around life changes. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, includes skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness, which supports people managing intense emotions, self-harm urges, or relational conflict.

Determining the best approach is part of the therapeutic process. Robin works collaboratively with clients to assess which strategies fit their concerns, goals, and preferences, and may blend techniques to create a personalized plan. That collaborative assessment helps ensure the work feels relevant and practical.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or ongoing text-based messaging. These options allow clients to engage from home or other convenient locations, fit sessions into busy schedules, and maintain continuity of care during life transitions. Licensed professionals can effectively adapt these approaches to remote formats while focusing on clear goals, skills practice, and measurable progress.

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