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I am Dr. Robert Spaulding, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Georgia with over 27 years of experience working in the Mental Health Field counseling families, children, and adolescents with a wide range of concerns including ADHD, Depression, Grief, Parenting and trauma. I am Certified as a Master Addiction Counselor (MAC), and also a Certified Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CAADC) with experience in Outpatient and Inpatient settings working with clients of all ages with Substance Use, Abuse, and Addiction issues. I have over 36 years in Long-term Recovery, and I am very familiar with the 12-Step Models used in multiple programs.
I have a Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Psychology and also provide therapy services using a range of modalities including Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused and Reality Therapy for individual, couples, family therapy, and strength-based coaching.
My therapy style is interactive, practical, engaging, empathic, and direct. I believe the key to change in therapy results directly from (HOW) the atmosphere of a therapeutic relationship is initially developed. I believe in creating an atmosphere based on Honesty, Opened-mindedness, Willingness (HOW) with great emphasis on Mutual Respect. This is HOW the journey begins, on the road that leads to pathways of change.
This beginning step is essential and I am here to help you create a map and guide you on a journey towards reaching your goals.
I am looking forward to seeing you!
Professional experience
30yrs in practice
AddictionsGriefAnger managementCoachingADHD
Additional areas of focus:Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Abandonment, Adoption and Foster Care, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Antisocial Personality, Attachment Issues, BDSM, Kink, Alternative Sex Culture, Blended Family Issues, Cancer, Caregiver Issues and Stress, Codependency, Communication Problems, Control Issues, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Dependent Personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and Separation, Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, First Responder Issues, Forgiveness, Gender Dysphoria, Guilt and Shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual Disability, Isolation / Loneliness, Jealousy, Life Purpose, Men's Issues, Midlife Crisis, Military and Veterans Issues, Money and Financial Issues, Mood Disorders, Multicultural Concerns, Panic Disorder and Panic Attacks, Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic Stress, Prejudice and Discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Love, Sex Addiction, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Sexual Dysfunction, Sexuality, Smoking/Vaping Cessation, Social Anxiety and Phobia, Traumatic Brain Injury, Workplace Issues, Young Adult Issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Robert Spaulding II. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
I have grown so much in my time with Dr. Spaulding. It’s been a process I have been needing to go through for a long time. Thank you for giving me my freedom back.
Written on Oct 10, 2023 after therapy with Robert for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, parenting issues, and self esteem
An excellent therapist, listens well , helps you help yourself, and very easy to relate to. He definitely has help me tremendously. Thank you, Dr. Spaulding
Written on Sep 20, 2023 after therapy with Robert for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
My first impression of Dr. Spaulding was that he is extremely friendly, outgoing and understanding. I look forward to our sessions.
Written on Sep 14, 2023 after therapy with Robert for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Even though we have only met once I feel both comfortable and confident in his abilities to help me
Written on Sep 08, 2023 after therapy with Robert for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Dr Robert is great
Written on Aug 21, 2023 after therapy with Robert for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, anger management, and adhd
I’ve experienced more growth with help from Dr Robert than before. He gives timely, wise, caring advice that gets to the root of the issues.
Written on Aug 18, 2023 after therapy with Robert for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
He isn't one of those "...and how did that make you feel?" kind of therapists.
He's interpersonable and I find him interesting to interact with.
Written on Aug 17, 2023 after therapy with Robert for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dr Spaulding has a beautiful process and approach in engaging with us from a therapist-to-client relationship. It is not typical, which is what you need if you are looking for a therapist who can be empathetic to your experience, which means, they have been in your shoes vs responding with psychological teachings. He has a wise mind, taking in the emotional and intellectual sides of life and teachings, with enhanced self-awareness. I have completed my 3rd session and have been able to walk away w more insight on “why do I do what I do” with a humbled ego. Thank you Dr Spaulding. Appreciate what you bring to therapy and for patients.
Written on Aug 16, 2023 after therapy with Robert for 3 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I really appreciate Dr Spaulding. He listens really well and has encouraged me and been real with me on the issues we’ve been addressing. I appreciate him staying in touch and helping to work on my issues and give guidance on how to work through those things.
Written on Jul 20, 2023 after therapy with Robert for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I had the pleasure of having Dr. Spaulding as my therapist for 16 months. He empowered me to acquire critical skills that will have a lasting impact on my life. I highly recommend his services.
Written on Jul 04, 2023 after therapy with Robert for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Dr. Spaulding has helped me better manage my time and dealing with the stresses in life in a more productive and positive manner.
Written on Jul 02, 2023 after therapy with Robert for 5 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and sleeping disorders
He’s the best therapist and always wants to help.
Written on Jun 18, 2023 after therapy with Robert for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
Dr. Spaulding has helped me in so many ways. I have been able to become less angry and depressed. He has also helped me with my anxiety and letting go of the past. I would 100% recommend him to anyone!!
Written on May 14, 2023 after therapy with Robert for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
I've only had one session but it was excellent and I felt a lot better
Written on Apr 17, 2023 after therapy with Robert for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
He has done well for me. Very personable and also very professional during our sessions.
Written on Apr 10, 2023 after therapy with Robert for 2 months on issues concerning addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and sleeping disorders
Very Professional and Great at listening
Giving examples and demonstrations
Very Pleased
Thank you
Written on Mar 29, 2023 after therapy with Robert for 9 months on issues concerning coaching
I like his way of telling me the truth and not sugar coating and u like that he has been through the same as me
Written on Mar 16, 2023 after therapy with Robert for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Dr. Spaulding is awesome and very forward, he doesn’t waste any time. He gets right in your face about your issues and tackles them head on with you. I’m grateful for his help. -Niko’a
Written on Feb 16, 2023 after therapy with Robert for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and intimacy-related issues
The man speaks from experience not just from an educated mind although he is highly educated :)
Written on Dec 25, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 2 weeks on issues concerning grief
Dr Spaulding is a skilled and compassionate therapist. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to improve themselves mentally, psychologically and emotionally.
Written on Dec 08, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Dr. Spaulding is helping me work through some stressful issues and loss. Good communication, looking forward to more strategies to help deal with stress and grief.
Written on Nov 27, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and grief
Dr. S was great to talk to. It’s said hot to judge a book by its cover, I wasn’t so confident at first meet up…wasn’t sure our ideology would match up but I was quickly reassured he was going to be helpful. Sometimes a different perspective is needed and we both embraced this in our sessions. Dr. S gave me confidence in myself, my thoughts and feelings. Today I have little to no questions on what I needed from therapy. Despite a relatively short relationship with Dr. S, I would recommend him and would want to rematch with his expertise. Thank you Dr. much love and appreciation to you.
Written on Nov 21, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
Dr. Robert is down to earth and very relatable … would recommend highly
Written on Oct 24, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, anger management, and compassion fatigue
Very easy talk to, focuses on the issues I mentioned..
Written on Oct 07, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and grief
Pleased so far. It’s nice to have someone help sort out issues
Written on Oct 06, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, anger management, and adhd
Didn’t really like him too much. Wouldn’t consider him to be a Christian counselor. Didn’t cater to my personal needs or seem to care much about me. Got on the phone in the middle of a session. He does the talking most of the time and seems to go off a set blueprint instead of cater to the individual.
Written on Sep 29, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 1 week on issues concerning addictions
One of the best therapists and men I’ve talked to throughout my entire “counselor” journey. His energy is infectious and his own journey allows him to easily relate, emphasize and guide those of us who need it his insight and guidance!
Written on Sep 26, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
He keeps it real and doesn’t sugar coat anything. I like his style. Just getting into this but he’s got methods that keep it engaging and real
Written on Aug 23, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, anger management, and adhd
Thanks
Written on Aug 17, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
After the first consultation I felt very comfortable with Dr Spaulding. He listens and provides help and instruction when needed and appropriate.
Written on Aug 14, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and adhd
Thank you.
Written on Jul 14, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 2 weeks on issues concerning parenting issues
this is my first time doing any type of therapy, and Dr. Spalding has made it very pleasant. I was probably very tense at the beginning of our first session, but by the end I was more relaxed and comfortable with talking freely. I struggle everyday but what gets me through is knowing I have a therapist who is attuned into my needs & will do whatever it takes to get me & my mental health back where it needs to be. I'm very grateful to have him as my therapist.
Written on Jun 20, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Love Doc Spaulding
Written on Jun 06, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
Dr. Spaulding is a great therapist to have in your corner. I felt from the beginning that he truly cares and has patients best interests at heart. Very kind, non-judgmental, listens and is Very good at giving encouragement. I tried therapy years ago for an isolated incident, and while it was helpful, I never felt the same personal relationship I've had with Dr. Spaulding. He has been a great match for me, has helped me so much, and has been a great cheerleader for my continuing improvement with some of my issues. Highly recommend him, and he has credentials for all kinds of areas of mental health issues. He has truly been a gift to me!
Written on May 18, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
I am learning a lot during sessions. I look forward to applying what I've learned.
Written on May 18, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 2 weeks on issues concerning grief
Dr. Spaulding has been fantastic so far. I have tried therapy before, but Dr. Spaulding has taken me deeper in two sessions to address the root cause of my anxiety than my other therapist did in 15 sessions. I am so glad that I got matched with him. I appreciate all that he has already done, and I look forward to our continued work together.
Written on May 17, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coaching
Dr. Spaulding is a kind and a caring person who listens and is always willing to give information for your healing and coping skills.
Written on May 15, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes
Dr. Spaulding is very easy to speak with. He’s very personably and has insights that are very helpful.
Written on Apr 28, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and coaching
Caring, compassionate therapist that listens and responds to all of my issues and concerns. My month of therapy with Dr. Spaulding has been a big help and I can’t wait to continue and see where this road to recovery takes me. Highly recommend to Dr. Spaulding to anyone looking for help.
Written on Apr 16, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and anger management
Dr Spaulding is a phenomenal therapist who puts his own twist on challenging and presenting different methodologies. He is constantly checking in and encouraging you throughout the week in addition to the sessions. He cares so much about your success and keeps you accountable on the things you need to work on. He truly has changed my life and the way i approach and handle situations.
Written on Apr 12, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Wonderful Therapist, very knowledgeable and helpful.
Written on Mar 17, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Dr. Spaulding is great. He listened actively to my concerns and made suggestions and gVe me homework. He made me feel normal and had me think differently about the concerns I had for myself. The road blocks I have can be worked through and that's wonderful for me.
Written on Mar 16, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with life changes, and anger management
Thanks Dr. Spaulding for being a great therapist and listening to me.
Written on Jan 31, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
This man is a blessing.
Written on Jan 07, 2022 after therapy with Robert for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Though I've only just begun this journey, I have a lot of respect for Dr. Spaulding and his rich experience and professional credentials. I also like the fact that he comes from a different background and upbringing from myself because this, too, adds a layer of perspective which I find beneficial to the sessions. He is patient and kind, and he is clearly passionate about helping others, so I feel lucky to have been matched with him.
Written on Dec 01, 2021 after therapy with Robert for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder,
He’s very helpful with specific issues. I appreciate his enthusiasm for life. He’s really great at what he does. So thankful that I got connected with him.
Written on Nov 30, 2021 after therapy with Robert for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
Dr. Spaulding has truly helped open my eyes to things that were affecting me that I didn’t even realize. I’m putting to practice what he’s teaching me and I would be wrong to say I’m not seeing change because I am!! I understand that I have to be willing to put in the work but his lessons are impeccable!
Written on Oct 19, 2021 after therapy with Robert for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
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