Licensed to practice in Indiana and accepts 21 insurances. Specializes in Perinatal Mental Health, Post Partum, Women's Issues and 10 more.

Robyn Dykstra

(she/her)

LCSW, 2 years of experience
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About me

Reaching out for therapy can feel like a big step, and my goal is to make sure you don't have to face life's challenges alone. Whether you're navigating pregnancy or postpartum, adjusting to a major life transition, or feeling weighed down by anxiety, trauma, or overwhelming emotions, I strive to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and supported. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a certification in Perinatal Mental Health, I specialize in helping individuals through pregnancy, postpartum, birth trauma, pregnancy and infant loss, and the many emotional changes that can come with these experiences. I also work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, stress, and life transitions. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck, emotionally overwhelmed, or exhausted from trying to manage everything on their own. Together, we'll work to better understand your experiences, build practical tools for coping, and help you feel more grounded, confident, and connected to yourself. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. I incorporate evidence-based therapies, including EMDR, CBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care, to support healing and lasting change. I believe therapy is more than learning coping skills - it 's about helping you rediscover your strengths, find hope, and create a life that feels more balanced and fulfilling.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

In the first session, we’ll focus on getting to know you and understanding what’s bringing you into therapy. We’ll review your current concerns, relevant history, and what you’re hoping to gain from treatment, while also discussing any questions or hesitations you may have. I’ll explain how I work, including approaches like CBT, EMDR, and trauma-informed care, and we’ll begin identifying initial goals. This session is paced to feel comfortable and supportive—there’s no pressure to share everything at once, and we’ll move at a level that feels safe for you.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

What sets my approach apart is the combination of specialized training in perinatal menta health and a trauma-informed perspective. I understand that pregnancy, postpartum, and major life transitions can bring up complex emotions, past experiences, and challenges that may feel overwhelming or difficult to navigate. While perinatal mental health is a primary area of focus, I also support clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, relationship challenges, and other life transitions. I use evidence-based approaches, including CBT, EMDR, mindfulness, and strengths-based therapy, while prioritizing safety, collaboration, and a pace that feels right for each client. My approach balances practical tools for managing day-to-day challenges with deeper work to process experiences, understand patterns, and create meaningful change. I strive to help clients feel more grounded, emotionally regulated, confident, and connected to themselves and their lives. I hold a Perinatal Mental Health certificate and am fully trained in EMDR therapy, with continued advanced training toward EMDR certification. I bring compassion, curiosity, and a collaborative approach to help each client identify their strengths and move toward healing.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

Life transitions can bring unexpected challenges, and at times you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward. Whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship changes, or the emotional shifts that come with pregnancy and postpartum, you don't have to face it alone. I work with individuals who are seeking support through difficult seasons of life, including those adjusting to parenthood, healing from past experiences, or struggling with emotions that feel difficult to manage. I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space where we can better understand what you're experiencing, develop effective coping skills, and help you feel more grounding and connected to yourself. Together, we'll work toward greater confidence, emotional balance, and meaningful change - helping you reconnect with your strengths and feel more like yourself again.

Specialties

Top specialties

Postpartum

Other specialties

Anxiety

Depression

Grief

Self Esteem

Trauma and PTSD

Identifies as

Serves ages

Teenagers (13 to 17)

Licensed in

Location

Virtual

My treatment methods

EMDR

I integrate Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) into treatment to help clients process distressing experiences that continue to impact current functioning. Using a structured, phased approach, I support clients in identifying target memories, building internal resources, and reprocessing experiences through bilateral stimulation to reduce emotional intensity and shift negative beliefs. EMDR is used alongside other therapeutic approaches to promote adaptive coping, improve emotional regulation, and support lasting symptom relief.

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns that contribute to emotional distress and maladaptive behaviors. Through a structured, goal-oriented approach, I work with clients to reframe negative thinking, develop healthier perspectives, and implement practical coping strategies. CBT is integrated into treatment to improve emotional regulation, reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, and support lasting behavioral change.

Trauma Informed Care

I practice from a trauma-informed care framework by recognizing the impact of past and current trauma on a client’s emotional, behavioral, and relational functioning. I prioritize creating a safe, collaborative, and empowering therapeutic environment while integrating strategies that support regulation, resilience, and skill-building. Treatment is guided by sensitivity to triggers and pacing, helping clients process experiences while maintaining a sense of stability and control.

Solution Focused Brief Treatment

I use Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) to help clients identify strengths, clarify goals, and focus on practical solutions rather than problems. This approach emphasizes what is already working and supports clients in building on existing resources to create meaningful change. Through collaborative, goal-oriented conversations, I help clients develop actionable steps to improve functioning and achieve desired outcomes in a timely manner.

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