- Client-centered care
- Trauma-informed support
- Michigan LPC
About Robb
Dr. Robb Kerr, PhD offers a calm, person-focused approach that centers the client. He uses client-centered methods to help people address anxiety, stress, grief, and relationship concerns. He also draws on psychodynamic and trauma-focused ideas to understand longer-term patterns and responses to past hurt. Dr. Kerr practices in Michigan and works with issues related to LGBT concerns and intimacy-related struggles. He has 34 years of clinical and academic experience and holds the LPC credential.
Dr. Kerr received an MA in Counseling from Eastern Michigan University, a PsyS in Clinical Psychology and Education from The Michigan School of Psychology, and a PhD in Counseling Psychology from The Union Institute. He also completed four years of additional study that included a certificate in psychodynamic/psychoanalytic psychotherapy with children, adults, and adolescents. These educational steps inform his approach to therapy without defining any single technique.
In sessions he aims to create an open, nonjudgmental atmosphere where people can talk through feelings. He uses client-centered practices to follow what matters most to the person in the room. Psychodynamic ideas help identify recurring patterns that affect current relationships and choices.
When trauma or abuse is part of a person’s story, trauma-focused methods help address symptoms and coping strategies. He also supports people dealing with life changes, caregiver stress, and compassion fatigue. Practical conversation and steady attention to patterns are central to his work.
If someone is nervous about starting therapy, Dr. Kerr acknowledges that first step as courageous and works collaboratively to set goals and pace. Prospective clients are encouraged to complete the intake process and discuss what they most want to change or understand.
How these approaches translate to online therapy
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening, reflection, and following the client's priorities. In practice this means the therapist asks open questions, mirrors feelings, and helps people clarify what matters most to them. It is useful for stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, and identity-related topics.Psychodynamic therapy looks at patterns that repeat across relationships and time. Sessions may explore past experiences and recurring reactions to better understand why certain problems keep returning. This approach can be helpful for longstanding relationship patterns, attachment issues, and personality-related concerns.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and any past therapy experience. Then they will suggest ways of working and adjust the approach as needs change, so the course of therapy fits the person's life and goals.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the exact session formats before booking since they are not specified in the biography. Online work can make scheduling easier and help fit therapy into a busy week. It can also allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, or permit sessions without video if that helps someone focus. Many people find it simpler to keep regular appointments when therapy adapts to their everyday routines.
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Experience
34+ years
Credentials
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related concerns. Additional focus areas include caregiver stress, body image, codependency, and relationship communication problems.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Therapy is client-centered with a focus on listening and following what matters to the individual. He also uses psychodynamic and trauma-focused approaches to understand patterns and respond to past hurt.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 34 years of clinical and academic experience working with a range of concerns from anxiety to trauma and family conflict.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Michigan and practices there.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in this biography; please confirm current session options before scheduling to make sure they meet your needs.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.