Jake Roberts, LPC

Jake Roberts is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who brings a warm, practical approach to working with people navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use concerns. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master of Science in Community Counseling from Oklahoma State University in Stillwater and is a Muscogee (Creek) tribal member. His training includes specialized work in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for chronic pain, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

Jake has supported individuals facing suicidal thoughts, trauma reactions, and the complex effects of substance use, applying evidence-informed methods to help clients regain a sense of balance and direction. He emphasizes building a collaborative relationship and tailors interventions to the unique needs of each person, drawing on approaches that address thinking patterns, coping skills, and trauma processing. As an Oklahoma-based LPC, he integrates cultural awareness and practical strategies to help clients manage stress, improve relationships, and pursue meaningful change.

His work often focuses on healing from abuse and trauma, addressing grief and loss, and supporting people through major life transitions. Jake seeks to create a respectful, strengths-focused environment where people can explore patterns, develop coping tools, and move toward their personal goals.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Jake Roberts uses several evidence-informed approaches to help people address emotional pain, relationship challenges, and the impacts of trauma. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist follows the client's lead and helps them tap into their own strengths - this approach supports issues like self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress management by teaching practical coping skills. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that supports processing distressing memories and reducing their emotional intensity, which can be helpful for people with trauma-related symptoms.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Jake works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adjusts the plan as therapy progresses. This partnership helps ensure care aligns with what matters most to the client.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage in that work. Through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, clients can access licensed professionals from home or while managing busy schedules. These options make it easier to maintain consistency in care, fit sessions into daily life, and continue progress even when in-person visits are not possible.