LCSW, 5 years of experience
I'm Fred. I’m a licensed clinical social worker with experience in both medical and behavioral health settings, specializing in anxiety, trauma, and addictions. My approach is practical and collaborative — rooted in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) and supported by evidence-based tools. I provide a safe, judgment-free space where clients can challenge unhelpful patterns, build emotional resilience, and reconnect with what matters most.
In the first session, clients can expect a conversation that’s structured but low-pressure. I’ll ask questions to understand what brings you in, what you’ve tried before, and what’s most important to you now. We’ll start identifying goals and begin laying the groundwork for change — whether that’s emotional relief, building coping skills, or working through long-standing issues. Above all, I focus on creating a space where clients feel safe, heard, and never judged.
My greatest strengths as a provider are clarity, empathy, and the ability to get to the heart of an issue without wasting time. I bring a steady mix of emotional intelligence and directness — helping clients feel both understood and challenged. I don’t hide behind jargon, and I don’t believe therapy should be vague or endless. I’m here to help people build insight, shift patterns, and move forward with purpose.
I work best with clients who are ready to look at the patterns that are holding them back — whether it’s anxiety, people-pleasing, addiction, or the aftermath of trauma. Many of my clients are high-functioning but internally overwhelmed, stuck between what they value and how they actually feel. I’m especially effective with individuals who appreciate a direct, thoughtful approach and want practical tools alongside genuine support.
First, we move at your pace, start where you are, in a safe space with no judgment. I am certified by the Albert Ellis Institute in REBT. I use this method in conjunction with a person-centered approach. I have successfully treated anxiety, substance use disorders, depression, and social anxiety. Throughout our time together we will be identifying and challenging unhelpful beliefs, tolerating emotions that hold you back, and learning to meet your needs.
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