Robin Daughenbaugh, LCSW

Robin Daughenbaugh is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California. She has served as a social worker for 19 years and has three years of experience specifically as an LCSW. The LCSW credential stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker and indicates training and licensure to provide clinical mental health services in California.

Robin focuses on working with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and challenges with addictions, as well as those navigating major life changes. She also supports individuals seeking to improve motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and recovery from trauma. Her work centers on recognizing each person as the expert of their own story and identifying the strengths that will help them move through what feels stuck or overwhelming.

Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life often requires courage, and Robin offers steady, supportive guidance throughout that process. Her practice emphasizes collaboration, respect for individual experience, and practical tools to build coping skills and resilience tailored to each person’s needs.

Approaches That Guide Online Care

Robin uses client-centered therapy to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the person’s own goals and strengths guide the work. This approach helps people build self-esteem, regain confidence, and navigate life changes by focusing on what matters most to them.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns and replace them with more effective ways of thinking and acting. CBT is often used to address anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching practical skills that can reduce symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning.

Motivational Interviewing supports people who feel uncertain about change by exploring ambivalence and strengthening internal motivation. This collaborative method is especially useful for addressing addictions and boosting readiness for new habits.

Finding the right mix of techniques is part of the therapeutic process. Robin works collaboratively with each person to determine which approaches best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Robin is available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and situations. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from home, work, or while managing caregiving and other responsibilities, while still receiving consistent, professional support.