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Dr. Daniel Robinson

Dr. Daniel Robinson, CA Psychologist 36148, CO Psychologist PSY.0002140

California

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CA and CO psychologist - Guilt and shame, relationships

  • Attachment based work
  • Cognitive behavioral methods
  • Client centered approach

About Daniel

Dr. Daniel Robinson is a CA Psychologist (California Psychologist 36148) and a CO Psychologist (PSY.0002140) with 39 years of clinical experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, LGBT issues, self-esteem problems, coping with life changes, addictions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and related concerns such as guilt and shame. He also accepts international clients and speaks English.

He uses straightforward conversation and evidence-based techniques in sessions. He combines client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral ideas and attachment-informed ways of understanding relationships. Sessions often include practical skills, focused problem-solving, and guided reflection rather than lectures or long theory talks.

Over his career he has supported people across a wide age range, including work with older adults and people affected by dementia. He has experience with chronic illness, grief, end-of-life concerns, and the stresses that come with caregiving. He also works with issues that can feel isolating, like gender dysphoria, alternative sexual cultures, and feeling misunderstood by others.

He describes therapy as a collaborative effort. He uses coaching, insight, and established therapeutic methods to help people address what matters to them. He aims to help clients notice patterns, try new ways of responding, and build confidence in decision-making.

For practical steps he asks prospective clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How his approaches translate to online work

Dr. Robinson commonly draws on client-centered methods, attachment-informed ideas, and cognitive behavioral techniques in remote sessions. Client-centered work focuses on listening and responding to what matters most to the person, which can help people feeling judged or ashamed speak more freely. Attachment-informed approaches look at how early relationship patterns affect current trust and closeness, which is useful for relationship strain and shame linked to family history. Cognitive behavioral methods identify unhelpful thoughts and test small behavioral changes to reduce overwhelming feelings and improve daily functioning.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. He will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjust the plan as therapy progresses. The initial meetings often focus on clarifying concerns and trying practical steps to see what helps.

The biography does not specify exact session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. When specific formats are confirmed, they can be chosen to match practical needs like needing a quicker phone-style conversation, a longer video session for deeper work, or timing that fits a work break.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCancerChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexualitySomatizationTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Narrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

39+ years

Listed in

Colorado, California

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he address?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship matters, LGBT issues, self-esteem, addictions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and related topics including guilt and shame.

How does he approach guilt and shame in therapy?

He combines client-centered conversation with cognitive behavioral and attachment-informed techniques to help people notice patterns, rethink self-judgments, and practice different responses.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 39 years of professional work experience as a practicing psychologist.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is listed as a California Psychologist 36148 and a Colorado Psychologist PSY.0002140, and his practice is based in California.

Are sessions available in other languages?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with him?

He accepts international clients; confirm any cross-border details during intake.

How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?

Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; exact pricing appears during the sign-up process.

What should I do to begin working together?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.

Dr. Daniel RobinsonCA Psychologist 36148, CO Psychologist PSY.0002140

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