About Fred
Fred Farrar helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, mood swings, or problems with substance use. He speaks plainly and focuses on practical steps that people can try between sessions. Fred is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Georgia with 30 years of experience.
Fred believes each person knows their own story and brings strengths into therapy. He listens first and works to build a sense of safety and direction.
Background and approach
Sessions are straightforward and goal-focused, so conversations stay useful and on point. He draws on approaches like cognitive behavioral tools, acceptance and mindfulness skills, and client-centered conversation to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. That can mean learning ways to manage panic, handling mood swings, or practicing new reactions to old triggers.
Fred also supports people dealing with relationship strain, communication problems, guilt, shame, impulsivity, or financial stress. He helps people sort big decisions such as separation or divorce and addresses the emotional fallout from trauma and abuse. Over three decades of work have shaped a practical style that mixes learning new skills with listening and validation.
New clients can expect clear suggestions, gentle challenge, and a steady focus on what matters most to them.
Therapeutic approaches for online sessions
Fred commonly uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is practical and works well for anxiety, panic, mood problems, and many daily challenges.He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which teaches people to accept difficult feelings while focusing on values and meaningful actions. ACT can help with long-term distress, avoidance, and getting unstuck from painful patterns.
Finding the right approach usually happens together. Fred will discuss goals, try methods that fit a person's needs, and adjust as progress is made. That collaborative process helps match skills and strategies to what someone wants to change.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility. Video lets people use face-to-face conversation and screen-shared worksheets. Phone calls can be a lower-bandwidth option when video is difficult. Live chat and text messaging work for short check-ins, written exercises, or when scheduling quick touchpoints during a busy day.
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- Experience
- 30 years
- Licensed
- Georgia
- Languages
- English