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- Addictions support
- Relationship work
- Smoking cessation
About Bruce
LCSW and LICSW clinician with 13 years of experience, Dr. Bruce Friedman practices in Texas and focuses on addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, coping with life changes, and coaching. He has worked extensively with substance use concerns and has a background in helping older adults and people with disabilities. Sessions include discussion of spiritual issues when clients want that perspective.
Friedman trained in intergenerational family therapy and has applied that lens to substance use and related family dynamics. He developed a smoking cessation program and draws on that practical experience when addressing addictive behaviors. He approaches problems in straightforward terms and talks through patterns that repeat across generations.
He has spent significant time working with aging and geriatric issues and with caregivers managing stress. That work often centers on role changes, loss, and finding manageable day-to-day strategies. He also helps people navigate blended family challenges and fatherhood concerns.
Work around relationships covers communication problems, codependency, intimacy-related issues, and handling divorce or separation. He also addresses body image, guilt and shame, and forgiveness in therapy conversations. The focus is on identifying concrete steps people can try between sessions.
Dr. Friedman uses spirituality as one tool to help people make meaning when they request it, rather than as a required approach. He combines clinical experience with coaching elements to help clients set and track goals. To begin, readers should confirm current session options before booking.
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How evidence-based approaches shape online sessions
Dr. Friedman uses intergenerational family therapy in his work, which looks at patterns that pass through generations and how those patterns affect current relationships and addictive behaviors. This approach is useful when family history and repeated behavioral patterns are part of the concern.He also applies practical, evidence-based techniques for addictive behaviors. That can include structured planning, relapse prevention strategies, and step-by-step quitting tools such as those used in smoking cessation programs. These methods aim to break habits and build alternative routines.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist works collaboratively with each person to identify which techniques match their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts plans over time based on what is working.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm the available options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It can also let people use audio-only sessions when bandwidth or camera-free interaction is preferable.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Texas, Minnesota
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He focuses on addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, coping with life changes, and coaching. Additional areas include aging and geriatric matters, caregiver stress, and substance use problems.
What is his therapeutic style?
He trained in intergenerational family therapy and uses practical, evidence-based techniques. He emphasizes showing clients concrete steps to try between sessions.
How long has he practiced?
He has 13 years of clinical experience working with substance use concerns and older adults.
What credentials and location does he hold?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), practicing in Texas.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not accepting international clients.
How are sessions scheduled and what formats are used?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm current session options before booking.
What does therapy cost and how are payments handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.