Dr. Jon Freda, FL Psychologist PY4988

Dr. Jon Freda helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship strain, grief, trauma, and challenges tied to aging and caregiving. He works with adults and senior adults and brings 25 years of experience to sessions. His background includes university teaching, executive and behavioral coaching, acting, and Navy service, all of which shape a practical, down-to-earth style.

In session he blends straightforward cognitive tools with mindfulness and existential reflection. He often uses small exercises and agreed-upon actions to track progress over time. He also draws on improvisation to help people try new ways of responding to difficult situations.

Clients can expect focused conversations that aim to clarify choices and build manageable habits. He emphasizes concrete steps rather than long lectures, and he checks in on goals from week to week. This method is intended to help people handle life transitions, career stress, addiction recovery, and the demands of caregiving.

Dr. Freda lists Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy among his approaches. He is a Florida psychologist, credentialed as FL Psychologist PY4988, and practices in Florida. Sessions are conducted in English.

People seeking help are invited to consider whether they want practical coaching-style work, deeper meaning-focused conversations, or a mix of both. He aims to match the approach to a person’s needs and to set clear, achievable steps for change.

Therapeutic approaches and how they fit online

Dr. Freda uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy to help people manage unhelpful thoughts and build practical coping skills. CBT focuses on identifying patterns that keep problems going and trying new behaviors that produce different results. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve focus, which can help with stress, anxiety, and caregiving strain.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to decide whether a skills-based path, an exploration of meaning, or a mix is best. Goals and preferences guide decisions about which techniques to emphasize over time.

Confirm the current session formats before booking so you know how sessions are scheduled. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and support shorter or longer check-ins when needed. It can also allow people to meet with a licensed professional from where they already are, which is often helpful when juggling caregiving, work, or health-related appointments.