- Practical coping strategies
- Trauma-informed care
- Work and life balance
About Robert
Dr. Robert Martin is an AASW-accredited social worker with 16 years of professional experience in Australia. He trained in psychology and social work and holds a PhD in Social Work, along with postgraduate degrees in related fields. He has worked at senior non-profit leadership levels and understands the stresses that come with demanding roles.
Robert focuses on practical, down-to-earth support for people facing anxiety, stress, depression and major life changes. He also helps those dealing with grief, trauma and intimacy-related concerns. He works with issues related to addiction, ADHD, career strain and LGBT matters, and supports people navigating parenting and body-image struggles.
In sessions he aims to build an open, non-judgemental space where clients can speak freely. He blends person-centred work with approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). This allows flexibility to match methods to what an individual needs.
His research background gives him particular experience with complex childhood trauma assessment and treatment. That knowledge informs careful, paced work with people who have long-standing difficulties.
People who appreciate a collaborative, practical style often find his approach useful. He focuses on clear goals, coping strategies and steps that fit everyday life. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking.
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice thoughts and feelings without being overwhelmed by them, and on clarifying personal values to guide action; it can help with anxiety, depression and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and provides practical strategies to change unhelpful patterns; it is commonly used for anxiety, low mood and sleep problems. Attachment-Based Therapy examines how early relationships shape current patterns and can be useful for intimacy issues, attachment difficulties and some relationship concerns.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with clients about their goals and preferences and choose methods together. This collaborative process aims to match techniques to the person rather than forcing a single model.
Session formats are not specified here, so please confirm the available online and in-person options before booking. Many people find remote sessions useful because they fit more easily around work, reduce travel time and make it simpler to schedule shorter check-ins when life is busy. If you need clear steps and coping skills that slot into daily routines, online work can be a practical way to progress between sessions.
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Experience
16+ years
Credentials
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression and major life changes, as well as addiction and ADHD related concerns. Relationship strain, grief, intimacy-related issues and workplace stress are also within his focus.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He works in a collaborative, person-centred way that aims to create an open, non-judgemental space. Techniques from ACT, CBT and DBT are combined to match each person's needs.
What experience does he bring to therapy?
He has 16 years of professional experience and a PhD in Social Work, with expertise in assessing and treating complex childhood trauma. He also spent time in senior non-profit leadership roles.
Where is he based and what credentials does he hold?
He practises in Australia and is accredited with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside Australia work with him?
He does not work with international clients at this time.
How is payment handled and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What are the steps to begin therapy?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.