Robert Hoopingarner, LPCC, LPC
Therapist in Arizona
Robert Hoopingarner is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Ohio with 26 years of experience.
- License LPC-19885, E.1400007 · Arizona, Ohio Expires April 2027, February 2028
- NPI 1184041790 · national registry
- Experience and languages 26+ years in practice English
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About Robert
Robert Hoopingarner is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Ohio with 26 years of experience. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, parenting challenges, and relationship problems. He also supports those coping with ADHD, career changes, compassion fatigue, and life transitions.
Robert uses a warm, interactive approach and aims to listen first. He treats each person with respect and avoids stigmatizing labels.
Background and approach
Sessions focus on practical steps and clear goals that fit the individual's life. His work blends several methods to match what a person needs. That can mean talking through thoughts and behaviors with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, exploring emotions in Emotionally-Focused Therapy, or using client-centered conversations to clarify values and choices.
He also draws on the Gottman Method when addressing relationship patterns. Robert has provided individual, couples, family, and group work in both office and online settings. He adapts the pace and structure to fit what a person is hoping to change.
Treatment plans are tailored and goal-oriented, with emphasis on small, doable steps. People who come for help can expect straightforward conversation and a collaborative plan. Robert aims to support clients as they build coping skills, improve communication, and move toward more satisfying daily life.
Credentials
- LPC (Arizona)
- License LPC-19885 · expires April 2027
- LPCC (Ohio)
- License E.1400007 · expires February 2028
- NPI
- 1184041790 · national provider identifier
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Focus areas and approaches
Everything Robert lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Coaching
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Blended family issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Dependent personality
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Narcissism
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Personality disorders
- Post-traumatic stress
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Robert names
- Gottman Method
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
These are the approaches Robert names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
Online support
How therapeutic methods translate to online care
Gottman Method focuses on helping people notice and change patterns in relationships. It emphasizes practical tools for communication, managing conflict, and rebuilding trust, which can be practiced in session and at home. Client-Centered Therapy centers the conversation on the person's goals and values, with the therapist listening carefully and reflecting what matters most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches concrete skills to shift unhelpful patterns.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about their goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust the plan over time. Clients and the therapist decide together which techniques to use and when to change course.
Online therapy offers several practical benefits. Video calls let people work face-to-face without travel. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging provide flexible, ongoing ways to touch base between sessions or for people who prefer writing. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to keep momentum between meetings.
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Frequently asked
What kinds of concerns does Robert address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, parenting struggles, relationship and family problems, ADHD, career adjustments, and related life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His approach is warm and interactive, with an emphasis on listening and respectful, nonjudgmental conversation. Sessions focus on practical steps and clear goals.
What is his professional background?
He has been working in counseling since 1987 and brings 26 years of professional experience to his practice.
What credentials and location apply to this therapist?
He is an LPCC and an LPC and practices in Arizona while also holding Ohio LPCC recognition.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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