- Guilt and shame
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
About Robert
Dr. Robert Mapes is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 25 years of clinical experience. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, self-esteem, and depression. He also addresses issues such as aging and geriatric concerns, communication problems, control issues, divorce and separation, and feelings of emptiness.
Mapes approaches each person as an individual rather than fitting people into one standard model. He helps people identify what is holding them back and set personal goals for change. Sessions focus on practical steps and on spotting strengths clients already have.
He uses a blend of methods drawn from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Existential Therapy. Those tools are brought in to match a client's goals, not used as a fixed script.
Conversations tend to explore family of origin concerns, fatherhood issues, forgiveness, and feelings of guilt and shame when these come up. He also works with first responder stresses, hospice and end-of-life matters, impulsivity, isolation, jealousy, and questions about life purpose.
People who meet with Mapes can expect a straightforward focus on understanding their situation and building steps forward. He collaborates with clients to find what fits their life and values. If someone wants to try a different approach later, he adjusts the work to reflect that preference.
How therapeutic approaches translate to remote sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without being driven by them, then taking actions that match a person's values. It can help when guilt or shame keeps someone stuck and helps identify small, value-based steps forward.Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and understanding the person's perspective. In practice this means the therapist mirrors concerns, asks clarifying questions, and supports the client in deciding what matters most to them.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. It teaches practical exercises to test unhelpful beliefs and try different behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and self-critical thinking.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. He adjusts the tools used as the client learns what helps and what does not.
The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm the current online options before booking. Online work can make scheduling easier, let sessions fit around work or caregiving, and reduce travel time. It also allows some people to use shorter check-ins or audio-only conversations when video is not preferred. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises from ACT, CBT, and client-centered work to remote sessions to keep the work practical and focused on daily life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, self-esteem, and depression and also focuses on issues like aging, family of origin, forgiveness, and guilt and shame.
How would he approach feelings of shame or guilt?
He helps clients name what they feel, explores what keeps those feelings active, and uses practical strategies to test different ways of responding to those emotions.
What is his background and experience?
He has 25 years of experience working with adults on a wide range of emotional and life issues.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas.
Are sessions available in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled and how do I begin?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To start, 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.