Robert Lyons

Robert Lyons is a licensed master social worker with 12 years of clinical experience in Michigan. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and LGBTQ issues. He also supports people facing life changes and the problem solving that often comes with them.

Lyons aims to make sessions feel open and nonjudgmental so thoughts and feelings can be shared. He uses plain talk and practical steps rather than jargon. People can expect to look at what’s happening now and try small changes that fit their life.

His background includes college and graduate study in psychology and social work. Over two decades working in psychosocial and mental health settings have shaped his approach. He continues to build skills through ongoing learning and day-to-day clinical practice.

In sessions he often looks at links between triggers, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. That helps people notice patterns and choose different responses. He commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and sometimes uses techniques from other methods when they fit.

Lyons describes therapy as a collaborative process. He meets each person where they are and works toward practical goals. The first step is often identifying a small, doable change to test between sessions.

Approaches used in online therapy and what they do

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on helping people notice their thoughts and feelings without getting stuck. It encourages choosing actions that match personal values even when emotions are difficult, which can help with shame, anger, or low mood.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, is about spotting unhelpful thinking patterns and testing different behaviors. It breaks problems into smaller steps so people can try changes and see what helps reduce anxiety, stress, or irritability.

Motivational Interviewing supports motivation for change by exploring goals and ambivalence in a respectful way. It is useful when someone wants to build momentum for new habits or shift long-standing behavior.

Finding the right approach is part of therapy. The therapist works collaboratively to match methods to a person’s needs, goals, and preferences. That might mean trying ACT techniques for values work, using CBT tools for thought work, or blending elements from both to see what fits.

Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing sessions during lunch breaks or after work. They can also offer shorter check-ins when needed or a way to continue work between in-person visits. Ask about available formats when you schedule so you can pick what works best.