Robert Chatterton, LSW

Robert Chatterton, LSW

Psychotherapist
IL
I believe therapy should feel collaborative, practical, and focused on real change. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and supported while also gently challenged to grow. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, and concerns related to identity and self-worth. Many of my clients feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of their next step. Together, we work to better understand the patterns that may be keeping you in that place and develop concrete tools to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. My approach draws from evidence-based therapies, including cognitive behavioral therapy and insight-oriented work. I balance reflection with practical strategies so you leave sessions not only with greater self-awareness, but also with skills you can apply in your daily life. Above all, I aim to provide a steady, nonjudgmental presence. Therapy is a space for honest exploration and meaningful progress, and I look forward to helping you build lasting change both inside and outside the therapy room.
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About Robert Chatterton

Focus areas

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)
Anxiety
Gambling Addiction
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Addiction Therapy
Depression

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Families
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Coaching
Existential
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Trauma Focused

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Robert Chatterton

I believe therapy should feel collaborative, practical, and focused on real change. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and supported while also gently challenged to grow. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, and concerns related to identity and self-worth. Many of my clients feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of their next step. Together, we work to better understand the patterns that may be keeping you in that place and develop concrete tools to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. My approach draws from evidence-based therapies, including cognitive behavioral therapy and insight-oriented work. I balance reflection with practical strategies so you leave sessions not only with greater self-awareness, but also with skills you can apply in your daily life. Above all, I aim to provide a steady, nonjudgmental presence. Therapy is a space for honest exploration and meaningful progress, and I look forward to helping you build lasting change both inside and outside the therapy room.

What should a new client know about working with you?

When you begin working with me, you can expect a collaborative and straightforward approach. I aim to create a space where you feel comfortable being honest, while also feeling supported and challenged in a productive way. Therapy with me is not just about talking through problems. It is about understanding patterns, building insight, and developing practical tools you can use in your everyday life. In our early sessions, I focus on getting to know you, your history, what brings you in, and what you want to change. From there, we set clear goals together. I tend to be active and engaged in sessions. I ask thoughtful questions, offer feedback, and help you connect the dots between past experiences and current behaviors. Clients often tell me they appreciate having both a steady, nonjudgmental presence and concrete strategies to work on between sessions. My goal is for you to leave therapy not just feeling heard, but feeling more equipped and confident moving forward.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

My process begins with getting a clear understanding of what brings you to therapy and what you hope to change. In our first few sessions, I focus on learning about your history, current stressors, relationships, and any patterns that may be contributing to how you’re feeling. Together, we identify specific goals so our work has direction and purpose. From there, sessions typically combine insight and practical skill-building. We explore thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in a structured way, while also developing tools you can apply between sessions. Depending on your needs, this may include cognitive behavioral strategies, emotional regulation skills, communication techniques, or deeper exploration of long-standing patterns. As therapy progresses, we regularly check in on your goals and adjust as needed. My aim is to help you build greater self-awareness, resilience, and confidence so that over time you feel more capable of handling challenges independently.

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Popular visit reasons

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
Depression
Gender Affirming Counseling
New Patient Visit
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Worry
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
Depression
Gender Affirming Counseling
New Patient Visit

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Quinnipiac University, Master's in Clinical Social Work

NPI number

1558244335

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What languages does Robert Chatterton speak?

Robert Chatterton speaks English.

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