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Dr. Jon Freda, FL Psychologist PY4988
Florida
Dr. Jon Freda - Psychologist, CBT and practical approaches
See online therapy options- CBT influenced methods
- Mindfulness and existential
- Action and goal tracking
About Jon
Dr. Jon Freda is a Florida psychologist (FL Psychologist PY4988) with 25 years of clinical and coaching experience. He helps people manage anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, stress, relationship and intimacy concerns, and work-related issues. He also focuses on caregiver stress, aging and geriatric issues, veteran and armed forces concerns, and problems tied to life purpose and midlife shifts.
Dr. Freda uses a practical, action-oriented style. Sessions often focus on noticing unhelpful thoughts and habits, testing different responses, and tracking progress with simple tasks. He blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with existential and mindfulness methods, and draws on solution-focused techniques to set short-term goals.
His background includes university teaching, executive and behavioral coaching for large companies, and Navy service. That mix informs a direct, structured way of working that centers on measurable steps rather than theory alone.
In sessions, he may introduce brief exercises and improvisational practices to explore choices and behaviors. He pays attention to what people do between sessions and reviews agreed-upon actions to see what changes are happening.
People who prefer concrete tools and clear next steps will find his approach fits well. Those who want primarily reflective talk without tasks may want to ask about the session style before starting. He works in Florida and conducts sessions in English.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Dr. Freda commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness methods in a clear, hands-on way. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes to break unhelpful cycles; it is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and addictive patterns. Mindfulness Therapy involves simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve focus, which can help with stress, grief, and burnout.Finding the right fit is treated as a collaborative process. He will talk with each person about goals and preferences, try approaches, and adjust plans based on what works. Sessions emphasize practical steps and review agreed actions so the client can see progress between meetings.
The original biography did not list specific online session formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets the therapist assign real-world tasks and review how those actions play out in daily routines.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with most often?
He supports people with anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, stress, relationship and intimacy issues, and workplace or career problems.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, structured style focused on noticing unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. Sessions often include short exercises and agreed-upon actions to track progress.
What is his professional background?
He has 25 years of experience including university teaching, executive and behavioral coaching for large companies, and Navy service.
What are his listed credentials and location?
He is a Florida psychologist listed as FL Psychologist PY4988 and practices in Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions billed and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to begin working with him?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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