Bob Basque is a social worker in Palm Springs. He works with adults of all ages. Many of Bob’s clients come in to address alcohol use, drug use, anxiety, and depression. Bob is particularly passionate about serving LGBTQ+. He also has advanced training in the area of substance use disorders.Bob is trained in CBT, ACT, Motivational interviewing, and harm reduction. In these, you will examine your use of alcohol or drugs and determine how it fits into your life and values. In session, Bob focuses on getting to know you and creating a custom plan that will work for you. Bob's style is sensible, open, and caring. When clients first start therapy, he will get to know you as an individual so he can figure out a bespoke plan created just for to start getting better.Bob received his MSW from Arizona State University. He has worked at the renowned Gender Health Center in Sacramento. Outside of private practice, he loves traveling around the beautiful state of California with his husband. Bob offers in-person sessions in Palm Springs, as well as remote therapy sessions throughout the state of CaliforniaMessage to clientsHi, I'm Bob BasqueI am a committed, encouraging, sensible therapist who can help you get your life back on track. I provide care for gay men and others who are experiencing issues with alcohol and drug overuse. I also routinely treat depression and anxiety as well. I work from a harm-reduction lens and do not use a cookie-cutter approach. I get to know you and what you value, and I respect your goals.What makes me different is that I listen carefully and read between the lines, uncovering what might really be going on underneath. Together, we will figure it out.Being a therapist is an honor. I love guiding people toward figuring stuff out and seeing them finally get their desired life back. The most rewarding thing about being a therapist is seeing people face life's challenges and succeed.I am 100% committed to helping you get back to living life! You need to be ready and work hard, but I know with my help, you can move again towards a life you love!