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Robert Burke, LISW

Ohio licensed social worker with 30 years experience
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma and grief
  • LGBT and relationship support

About Robert Burke

Robert Burke is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) in Ohio who holds an advanced supervisory designation. He has practiced social work in the Cleveland area for 30 years, building experience across a wide range of settings including community programs, dialysis units, hospitals, and rehabilitation facilities.

Throughout his career he has taken a collaborative stance with clients, emphasizing partnership in the therapeutic process. He combines insight, education, and practical resources to help people address stress, anxiety, grief, depression, compassion fatigue, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, anger, self-esteem, career questions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and other challenges. His practice also includes support for LGBT clients and attention to aging and geriatric issues, caregiver stress, attachment and communication difficulties, and end-of-life concerns.

Robert Burke aims to create a supportive environment where clients and therapist work together toward meaningful goals. If this approach feels like a good fit, he welcomes the opportunity to work with new clients and help them move toward their best potential.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityLife purposeNarcissismPersonality disordersSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Robert Burke have?

Robert Burke has 30 years of experience as a practicing social worker in the Cleveland area.

Is Robert Burke a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LISW, which stands for Licensed Independent Social Worker. License details include OH LISW I.0005908-SUPV.

In which languages does Robert Burke provide therapy?

Robert Burke provides therapy in English.

Where is Robert Burke located?

Robert Burke is located in Ohio.

How can I work with Robert Burke as my therapist?

You can work with Robert Burke through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Robert Burke work with international clients?

Robert Burke does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Robert Burke cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Robert Burke draws on client-centered therapy to create a collaborative, respectful space where clients' goals and experiences guide the work. This approach focuses on active listening, empathy, and supporting a person's own path to change, making it useful for relationship concerns, identity questions, and general life transitions.

He also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and adjust unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. CBT is practical and problem-focused, often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with change. For clients who struggle with intense emotions or impulsivity, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) offers skills-based strategies for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and he works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Online sessions make that collaboration more accessible - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging provide flexibility for scheduling and formats. These options allow licensed professionals to meet clients where they are and adapt care to everyday life and changing circumstances.

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