Hi, my name is Bobby Bishop, and I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I've worked with children, adolescents, and families in a variety of contexts over the past thirty years. My experiences as a youth pastor, Department of Children and Families Social Worker, Family Therapist, School Clinician, Clinical Supervisor, and Executive Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion inform my practice.
I implement Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Attachment Theory, Solution-Based approaches, and more to my work. I'm deeply committed to equitable practices, multiculturalism, and the belief that we have a loving, healing God.
Beginning counseling is a meaningful step, and I want you to feel comfortable and supported from the very start. My role is to walk alongside you—helping you explore your challenges, recognize your strengths, and move toward healing and growth in a way that honors your story, your culture, and your faith.
What You Can Expect from Our First Session:
1. Building Connection
We’ll begin with introductions and some conversation. I’ll share about my counseling style and how I integrate evidence-based approaches—like CBT, DBT, Solution-Focused, and Attachment-Based Therapy—with Christian values when that is important to you.
2. Understanding Your Story
You’ll have space to share what brought you to counseling. This may include your personal background, family dynamics, cultural identity, or spiritual journey—whatever feels most relevant and comfortable for you.
3. Exploring Goals
Together, we’ll start identifying what you hope to gain from counseling. Whether it’s managing stress, working through family challenges, healing from past experiences, or strengthening your faith, your goals will guide our work.
4. Practical Next Steps
I’ll explain how therapy works and what approaches might best support you. You’ll leave with a clearer sense of the process and, when helpful, a small tool or reflection you can begin using right away.
5. Safe and Supportive Environment
Our time together is confidential and free of judgment. I am committed to culturally sensitive therapy that respects your values and lived experiences. Spiritually, I believe in the power of God’s presence in the healing process—“The Lord is near to all who call on Him, to all who call on Him in truth” (Psalm 145:18).
