Robin Johnson, MD, LCSW-C, LCSW

Licensed in Virginia · 30 years in practice

Robin Johnson is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, mood changes, and relationship strain.

License and registration

LCSW, Virginia: 0904008971 · expires June 2027
LCSW-C, Maryland: 06912 · expires October 2027
NPI: 1225603277 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 30
Languages: English

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About Robin

Robin Johnson is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, mood changes, and relationship strain. She brings a calm, practical approach and listens first to understand each person's situation. Her background includes both medical training (MD) and social work licensure, and she draws on three decades of experience in Virginia settings.

Robin uses straightforward, skills-based work to address everyday concerns like parenting stress, grief, and job strain.

Background and approach

She helps people notice patterns in thought and behavior, try small changes, and build coping tools that fit their life. Sessions are collaborative and focused on what will make a real difference week to week. Her approach is flexible - sometimes the work focuses on problem solving and goal-setting, and other times it explores values, identity, or cultural pressures.

She often blends techniques that teach practical skills with conversations that clarify priorities and motivation. That mix can help with self-esteem, guilt, and managing difficult emotions. Robin has substantial experience supporting people through family shifts such as divorce, blended family challenges, and caregiving strain.

She also addresses workplace stress, financial worries, and issues tied to prejudice or multicultural concerns. For many, brief solution-focused steps are paired with longer-term work on mood and life purpose. Sessions are offered in English and may take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Anyone interested can start by completing a short matching questionnaire and scheduling according to therapist availability.

Focus areas and approaches

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Approaches Robin names

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Online support

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Robin often combines client-centered work with cognitive behavioral techniques to meet practical needs. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and building a trusting relationship so clients can clarify values and goals; it helps when someone needs acceptance and a space to think things through. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) teaches ways to spot unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors; it is useful for anxiety, low mood, and stress management.

The choice of approach is a shared decision. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Together they will try methods and adjust the plan based on what helps most in weekly sessions.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. Video works well for full sessions where seeing facial cues matters. Phone calls can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or a simpler check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging allow short check-ins or ongoing reflection between appointments. These options increase flexibility and can help people keep progress steady despite a packed schedule.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns can Robin help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting concerns, grief, anger, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include blended family issues, caregiver stress, workplace problems, and multicultural concerns.

How would you describe the therapy style?

Sessions combine client-centered conversation with practical techniques from cognitive behavioral and solution-focused approaches. The work is collaborative and aimed at small, doable changes that improve daily functioning.

What is her professional background?

Robin brings 30 years of experience working in a range of settings. Her background includes both medical training (MD) and long experience as a social worker.

Where does Robin practice and what credentials does she hold?

She practices in Virginia and holds the credentials MD, LCSW-C, and LCSW as listed.

Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.

What session formats are offered?

Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different schedules and preferences.

How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with Robin?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling sessions based on the therapist's availability.

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