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Fred (Frederick) Theobald

Fred (Frederick) Theobald

LPC, LPCC

Practical, mindful therapy for everyday challenges

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)HypnotherapyImago Relationship TherapyMindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

15+ years

Credentials

Texas, New Mexico

Languages

English

Licenses listed

  • LPC, Texas68573
  • LPCC, New MexicoCCMH0224131
  • NPI 1932523107

As listed on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state licensing board and an NPI in the national registry.

  • Mindfulness-informed
  • Skills-focused
  • English sessions

About Fred

Fred (Frederick) Theobald is a licensed counselor with 15 years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and relationship struggles. He works with clients who are coping with grief, intimacy-related issues, sleep problems, anger, self-esteem concerns, career changes, and compassion fatigue. Fred practices in Texas and accepts international clients who prefer to work in English.

Fred keeps sessions straightforward and practical. He listens first, then helps clients name what matters most. He uses everyday language and concrete steps so people can try things between sessions. The focus is on skills that fit daily life rather than abstract theory.

His work draws on mindfulness practices and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice painful thoughts and choose valued actions. He also uses Attachment-Based and Client-Centered approaches to strengthen relationships with self and others. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques are used to spot unhelpful thinking and build new habits.

Fred has experience supporting people through complex situations like caregiving stress, chronic illness, dissociation, abandonment concerns, and first responder issues. He aims to help clients build resilience, improve communication, and manage co-occurring problems such as codependency or substance use.

Sessions are explained clearly at the start so people know what to expect. Fred encourages small, manageable steps and celebrates progress along the way. To begin, readers should follow the site’s process to match and schedule with him.

How mindfulness and evidence-based methods translate to online care

Fred uses Mindfulness Therapy to help people notice thoughts and bodily sensations without judgment; this can ease anxiety and improve focus. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is used to clarify personal values and encourage actions that matter, which helps with motivation and coping during life changes. Attachment-Based approaches focus on understanding patterns in relationships and improving how people connect with others.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Fred treats the choice of method as collaborative and will help clients try approaches that match their needs and goals. He often blends approaches so the plan fits the person rather than forcing a single method.

The therapist biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options when you match and schedule. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It also makes working with a Texas-based LPC and LPCC possible for international clients who prefer English. Discuss practical preferences and scheduling needs during the matching process so sessions will work with your daily life.

These summaries are based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp. Listing mindfulness as an approach does not mean a therapist holds a formal mindfulness training or certificate.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Fred address?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, relationship and family issues, grief, sleep problems, anger, self-esteem, career changes, compassion fatigue, and related topics listed on his profile.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He keeps sessions practical and conversational, focusing on listening, naming priorities, and teaching skills that people can use between visits.

What is his clinical background?

Fred brings 15 years of experience working with complex life challenges and draws from several evidence-based approaches to support client goals.

Which credentials and location apply to his practice?

He holds LPC and LPCC credentials and practices in Texas while also accepting international clients; sessions are offered in English.

Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English and he does accept international clients who wish to work in that language.

What formats are used for sessions?

The original biography does not list specific session formats; readers should confirm current session options before booking.

How does cost and billing work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with therapy?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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