Esther Robinson, MD, LCPC, LPC

Esther Robinson is a licensed clinician practicing in Maryland and Washington, DC with six years of professional experience. She holds MD, LCPC, and LPC credentials - MD denotes a medical degree, LCPC stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and LPC indicates Licensed Professional Counselor. Esther focuses on helping people navigate stress and anxiety, cope with drug and alcohol addictions, and strengthen self-esteem and motivation.

Her work also addresses depression and mood regulation, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, bipolar disorder, and ADHD, along with related concerns such as panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, and communication problems. Esther combines clinical skills with empathy, treating each person with respect and sensitivity while tailoring conversation and treatment to individual needs.

She emphasizes collaboration and empowerment, supporting clients as they take the courageous steps toward greater stability and satisfaction. Whether the goal is short-term relief, improved coping strategies, or longer-term growth, Esther shapes plans around each client’s circumstances and priorities to help them move toward lasting change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Esther

Esther uses client-centered therapy to place the client's experience and goals at the center of work together. This approach emphasizes listening, empathy, and collaboration so clients feel heard while they explore their values and choices. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and mood regulation by teaching practical skills and coping strategies. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, blends acceptance and change techniques to help with emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, and can be useful for intense emotions and relationship challenges.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Esther works collaboratively with each client to assess needs, test techniques, and adjust the plan based on what helps the person meet their goals and preferences. The therapist-client relationship guides which methods are emphasized and when.

Online therapy offers flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care into a busy life or access support from different locations. These formats support ongoing skill practice, timely check-ins, and continuity of care while allowing therapists and clients to work together in ways that suit their schedules.