Bob Garrity

Bob Garrity is a licensed independent social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, anger, and related struggles. He presents a down-to-earth presence that aims to make difficult conversations easier to start. Bob uses straightforward language and a respectful manner when talking through problems. Bob brings several professional perspectives to his work, including experience as a drug counselor, attorney, yoga teacher, and pharmacist. He draws from client-centered and cognitive-behavioral approaches to shape sessions. That means sessions focus on the person in front of him and on practical ways to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. His style is warm and interactive. He avoids stigmatizing labels and works to tailor conversations and plans to each person’s needs. Meetings focus on what the client wants to change and on small steps that build momentum. Clients commonly seek help for depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, sleep or eating problems, bipolar and ADHD issues, and life changes like career transitions. Bob also maintains an additional focus on drug and alcohol addiction and related recovery work. With three years working under the LISW credential in Ohio, he aims to support people ready to take steps toward a more fulfilling life. If someone is prepared to begin, he offers guidance and practical coaching to help them move forward.

How his approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and responding to what matters most to the person. Sessions focus on building a trusting conversation and following the clients lead to identify priorities and goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and gives practical exercises to change patterns that cause distress. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and anger-related problems.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and then suggest ways to work that feel right. The plan can change over time as needs and progress become clearer.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and reduce travel time. Therapists can adapt exercises and homework to work well in remote sessions and focus on skills that transfer into everyday routines.