Bob helped me work through a horrible situation and provided excellent care, advice, praise, and questions to guide me through the rough patches and help me recognize and enjoy the highs. I cannot recommend Bob enough to anyone going through grief, loss, or other life altering situations
Robert Trombetta, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Robert is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Robert. View 36 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Pennsylvania
Recent reviews
Robert is an exceptional therapist for me. I truly feel that after only having 4 sessions with him so far, he completely understands me! He is very attentive with me, asks appropriate questions regarding our discussion, offers suggestions, and he is very compassionate, yet professional. I am so very thankful and appreciative that I was matched with correct therapist from the very beginning!!
More about Robert
- 10 years' experience
- Male
- LPC
(Please note: for the present, I am not providing therapy services via the video option on BetterHelp. Due to both ongoing technical problems that interfere with and mitigate the effectiveness of sessions and some mixed feelings about the value of this type of session, I am temporarily restricting the modality options to phone, chat and messaging communications. My apologies to anyone inconvenienced or discouraged from working with me due to this condition; I may resume video sessions in the future.)
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in the state of Pennsylvania and a registered, board-certified art therapist (AT-R, B.C.) Since receiving an M.A. from Drexel University’s College of Nursing and Health Professions in 2004, I have practiced in a variety of settings, including inpatient psychiatry, community residential services and private practice, including my own, which I established in 2010.
Over the course of my career, I have worked in residential and inpatient settings, as well as in private practice, with clients dealing with a wide range of often overlapping challenges , including severe mood disorders, substance abuse issues, personality disorders and debilitating thought disorders such as schizophrenia . In private practice, I have been able to focus on work with clients – including adolescents and young adults on the autism spectrum – struggling with problems in living ranging from depression, anxiety and addictive behaviors, as well as family, relationship and career conflicts.
Therapy is hard work, for both client and practitioner, and one of my primary sources of inspiration and re-fueling is my immense gratitude and respect for my clients – for their willingness to confront what is difficult, embrace change and do the work necessary to foster growth and self-determination for themselves and therefore also for the benefit of those they work, live, connect with – and love. I believe, based on my experience, that most clients seeking therapy already know a good deal about both the nature of their problems and conflicts and the possible routes to change. But change is difficult, and can be scary and when something is difficult and scary, there is nothing wrong – and a great deal right -about seeking help and a collaborative relationship, rather than trying to achieve some of the most difficult tasks in isolation. . I often visualize the therapist as, ideally, a trustworthy guide walking alongside the client, carrying a lantern and helping to cast light into and illuminating the shadows, with the goal of locating the best and clearest path forward towards a more effective and self-determined life. In attempting this guidance and collaboration, I always try to maintain an attitude of warmth, respect, and compassion. Honesty and trust on the part of both partners is essential, of course. Humor and lightheartedness can, at times, be a significant healing factor as well!
My approach is basically a humanistic one, which addresses problems and conflicts through careful and reflective listening and communication, with an underlying focus on the kinds of common concerns -the need and desire for connection, understanding, insight, growth and personally driven change - that most often propel a client towards therapy. As the client, you set our goals, and as part of the therapeutic process, we may make use of techniques and methods derived from established clinical practices, including Cognitive-Behavioral, narrative and expressive therapy techniques. This can be helpful in allowing the therapist to better know the whole person he is working with, rather than just as a collection of “problems” needing to be solved. Creativity, especially in the forms of writing or art, can be tremendously helpful in this regard. I have extensive experience in working with art as a aid to therapy (which can be done, with some limitations, even in a remote context, and requires no "skill" or talent whatsoever) and the exploration of this dynamic route to insight and growth is always available and might be encouraged at times. However, whether these or other techniques or approaches are used is always the result of discussion and agreement between therapist and client.
If what I have outlined sounds appealing or promising to you as you explore therapeutic possibilities, I would welcome the opportunity to discuss this with you – please do not hesitate to contact me, and thank you for your time.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Self esteem
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Coping with life changes
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Dependent personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Jungian Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
Licenses
Robert Trombetta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598231821.
- LPC · Pennsylvania · PC006245 · Expires February 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Robert Trombetta
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Bob helped me work through a horrible situation and provided excellent care, advice, praise, and questions to guide me through the rough patches and help me recognize and enjoy the highs. I cannot recommend Bob enough to anyone going through grief, loss, or other life altering situations
Robert is an exceptional therapist for me. I truly feel that after only having 4 sessions with him so far, he completely understands me! He is very attentive with me, asks appropriate questions regarding our discussion, offers suggestions, and he is very compassionate, yet professional. I am so very thankful and appreciative that I was matched with correct therapist from the very beginning!!
Fantastic. 10/10. Always helpful.
Sessions are always productive, and I always feel better afterwards.
Robert is a great therapist. He is quick to respond to messages and really cares. I’ve been going to him for about a year now. I have no complaints. He’s always there for me and I really appreciate it
Loved my experience with rob
Robert is extremely helpful. He listens well, relates, and offers practical advice without judgement.
Bob is very thoughtful and good at sifting through my talk therapy to help identify areas that I can work on making changes. He is encouraging and empathetic.
Just started. It is good to feel that someone is seeking to understand me and help me understand myself better.
Robert has helped me through one of the toughest moments of my life. He has talked me through and helped me move forward in a positive direction. I honestly believe he cares about my well being and has my best interest in mind. I am truly thankful for him and his help.
Robert has come to fully understand my concerns. I always feel better after a session, and look forward to the next one. Great listener, and has provided me with ideas for possible activities for a better outcome.
I have a lot going on and it's taken the first few sessions just to talk out the things at play in my life. Robert is a good listener, asks good questions, and provides thoughtful feedback. I'm looking forward to putting some goals together in our next session and making our discussions even more impactful.
Robert is simply great. If you have trouble putting thoughts to words or making sense of something confusing, he helps guide you through the thoughts with so much care. He hears all of the important parts so effortlessly and makes sure you are completely comfortable. An amazing human being with a world of experience. If he doesn’t know, he will find out for you.
Really helped me work through my struggles. Great listener and support.
Robert is awesome! He’s understanding and gives incredible perspective!
Great therapist
Robert addressed all my needs and was very professional in this manner
Bob is an excellent listener and therapist. He is really helping me sort out my issues.
Intelligent, insightful, understanding; and above all, genuine and caring. This man is the full package. If a better counsel exists on this service or otherwise, I am unaware of it. 10/10. If you haven't been a client of Robert yet, you haven't experienced the true potential of what this platform has to offer.
Robert has been a great therapist. He’s helped me understand what triggers my anxiety, and how to cope with it. He’s able to dig deep into my questions about every day life, and has made me feel like this world doesn’t have to move as fast as I often think it does.
Robert is the best therapist I ever had. He was extremely supportive and helpful throughout very challenging times I was experiencing. I feel comfortable opening up to him. The tools and advice he has given me have been helping me change my life and since starting therapy with him I am starting to feel a lot better.
I have worked with Bob over a two year period. He has helped me come to terms with an issue that was starting to seriously affect my life. Great insight, compassionate, and just generally brilliant. I find it quite hard to describe how well he helped me. Mental health/physical health is something for me I'll always need to work on, so I'll be definitely looking to check back in with Bob from time to time.
Robert has been relatable and understanding. He is patient and wants me to succeed my goals. Also, in the one question I accidentally hit strongly disagree, which was an accident.
Been with Robert for over a year and he understands my situations and feelings straight away. Great, compassionate, intelligent guy. He's been a big help to me.
Bob is the best. Short and simple. He will listen to everything you have to say and then help you to understand it all in a helpful and cathartic way. Couldn’t recommend him enough.
Compassionate, incredibly insightful and I've found talking with Robert has helped me to understand issues that have been buried deep within me for many years.
Bob is one of the best people u will meet. He MAKES SURE he understands what you are saying before moving on to the next thing. He is intelligent, friendly and calm :)
Wonderful thank you!
I've found Bob incredibly insightful, particularly at unpicking my thoughts and he's a great support particularly when I'm going through some challenging moments.
Robert is very understanding and has proper advice for any of my thoughts and problems. Even if I am unsure about myself or have any concern on my heart, he will always respond appropriately and reassuringly. No matter how often my mind gets stuck and confused, he helps patiently and is just very easy to talk to :)
Bob has been extremely helpful thus far, he has been a great listener and very good at directing questions that are thought provoking and helpful.
Bob is great! He knows how to listen and understand what his clients are talking about and interprets their needs well. He also always checks in to make sure I am doing okay and that we are on the same page with our discussions. 10/10!
He’s been super helpful and he listens to everything I say, no matter how long or how many times I might repeat myself. He respects my pace and allows me to gather my thoughts and sends helpful advice all around. 10/10.
He is amazing and has good responses to every journal I share, every thing I bring up and all of what he says is very helpful
He is an outstanding counselor
Bob helps me organize my thoughts, and sort through my woes and hardships without making it feel so heavy.
Frequently asked questions
Does Robert Trombetta offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Robert Trombetta works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Robert Trombetta speak?
Robert Trombetta speaks English.
How many years of experience does Robert Trombetta have?
Robert Trombetta has 10 years of experience.
Where is Robert Trombetta licensed to practice?
Robert Trombetta is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.
Does Robert Trombetta accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Robert Trombetta does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Robert Trombetta offer?
Robert Trombetta offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
How can I communicate with Robert Trombetta?
Robert Trombetta can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Robert Trombetta?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.