Robert Schwarz

My communication style

I create a safe, warm, and down-to-earth environment. I work well with both men and women. I don't let couples fight. We focus on goals that require effort and acknowledge wins. You should expect to feel that you're working and being supported. It's not unusual for us to laugh at times.

My journey to mental healthcare

I wanted to make a difference by helping people. I was drawn to humanistic psychology and the work of Milton Erickson. I've been training therapists and looking for better tools to help people ever since. What drives me is helping make this world a better place, one client, couple, or family at a time.

My goals for you

Poor goal setting is one of the main reasons therapy doesn't go well, so I pay a lot of attention to this. I work with clients to create clear goals so everyone knows where we're going and how to measure it. We reassess these goals from time to time.

Our first session

Everyone is different, so the first sessions can vary. I will spend time listening and asking questions. There may be some history-taking. Sometimes I provide immediate interventions if clients are in distress. By the end of the session, you should feel understood and even hopeful. And I regularly ask my clients if the session was helpful.

I identify as...

• Male
• Caucasian or White
• Jewish