Dr. Michael Freda, PhD, NV | Psychotherapist

About Dr. Michael Freda

Focus areas

Disruptive, Impulse-Control and Conduct Disorders

Marriage Counseling

Self Esteem Issues

Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Stress Management

Impulse Control Disorder (ICD)

Premarital Counseling

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Families

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Adlerian

Eclectic

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

EMDR

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Family Systems

Identity

Gender

Male

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Michael Freda

Hi there, I'm Michael! Hello, I am Dr. Mike. I have been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for 28 years. I have helped many individuals, couples, and families resolve whatever issues they have had successfully. These issues span the spectrum from behavioral challenges to infidelity, including substance abuse. I am a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist but am eclectic in my approach as a therapist. I have enjoyed working with all my clients over the years, even the tough ones. My approach Cognitive behavioral as well as eclectic. I am a trained EMDR therapist, which cannot be done via Zoom and must be done in person. My focus Individuals, couples, and families. Behavioral issues including addictions, domestic violence, anger management, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and PTSD. My communication style I am very respectful and positive in session. My journey to mental healthcare I have had a varied background, from being in the military as a combat soldier to working in the gaming industry. I was going through a divorce and was no longer satisfied with the gaming industry. I started exploring other options with my education, and it was suggested that I explore counseling, which I did and was immediately attracted to it. So I pursued my Master's degree and then my doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Nevada, Reno. My goals for you Normally, in the first session, I ask, "What is it you want to accomplish in treatment?" My first session with you Getting acquainted, finding out what the issues are, and understanding what goals the client has for therapy.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Low Self Esteem

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Low Self Esteem

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Nevada

Education and training

University of Nevada, Reno, PhD in Marriage and Family Therapy

NPI number

1730242785

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What practice does Dr. Michael Freda work with?

Dr. Michael Freda works with Rula Health - Nevada.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Michael Freda?

Dr. Michael Freda frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Michael Freda on their profile.