Robert Jarvis

Robert Jarvis is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom with five years of professional experience. He began training as an Integrative Counsellor and now works mainly with approaches from third-wave cognitive behavioural models. His practice focuses on everyday struggles such as stress, anxiety, anger and low mood.

Robert has spent much of his time working in the charity sector. That background shapes a practical, down-to-earth style. Sessions tend to focus on the problems people bring now, and on small changes that make daily life easier.

He often uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ideas to help people notice unhelpful patterns, shift reactions, and act in line with their values. He also draws on Existential Therapy to help people think about meaning, purpose and the broader shape of life when that feels important.

Robert says he treats people with respect, sensitivity and compassion. He aims to tailor the work to each person's needs and goals, rather than use the same approach for everyone.

Typical concerns he helps with include relationship strain, sleep difficulties, coping with life changes, feelings of guilt or shame, and problems with self-esteem. People exploring issues such as impulsivity, isolation, midlife questions or men’s issues may also find this way of working relevant.

How his approaches fit with online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without being driven by them, then choose actions that match their values. It can be useful for stress, anger and low mood when people want clearer day-to-day direction. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and uses practical strategies to shift unhelpful patterns; it often helps with anxiety, sleep and mood problems. Existential Therapy invites reflection on meaning, responsibility and life choices, which can help when someone is facing big life changes or questions about purpose.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to decide whether ACT, CBT ideas or existential reflection (or a mix) best fits a person's goals and preferences. That fit can be reviewed as therapy progresses so the work stays relevant.

Session formats are not detailed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow more flexible scheduling. It also supports shorter check-ins or a mix of longer sessions and brief follow-ups to suit a person’s routine.