Fred Farrar

Compassionate guidance grounded in practical strategies

LPC Georgia

Experience: 30 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Fred

Fred Farrar is a licensed professional counselor in Georgia with 30 years of clinical experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma, substance-related difficulties, mood disturbances, and relationship challenges.

Background and approach

He frames clients as experts in their own lives and builds on individual strengths to address problems such as low self-esteem, impulsivity, panic, and feelings of isolation. His work also includes support for bipolar disorder, depression, and the aftermath of abuse.

Fred uses a blend of evidence-informed methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), client-centered techniques, and mindfulness practices. He emphasizes collaborative goal-setting and practical skills that translate into everyday life, while recognizing the courage it takes to begin therapy.

Prospective clients can expect a respectful, strengths-focused approach aimed at creating manageable steps toward change.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care

Fred frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, panic, and many everyday problems. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is another part of his toolbox and focuses on clarifying values and building psychological flexibility so clients can act in ways that matter despite difficult feelings.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. He works with each person to tailor strategies to their goals and preferences, mixing techniques from different methods as needed and adjusting the plan over time based on what is helpful.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and make care more accessible for varied schedules. These options allow continuation of therapy when travel or timing would otherwise be a barrier and support different communication styles, from real-time conversation to shorter check-in messages.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Fred address?

He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, bipolar disorder, depression, addictions, and relationship difficulties, along with related problems like panic, social anxiety, and isolation.

What is his therapeutic style and approach?

Fred combines CBT with ACT, DBT, client-centered methods, and mindfulness to create practical, skills-focused therapy that emphasizes collaboration and real-world change.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He brings 30 years of professional experience working with a wide range of mood, trauma, and substance-related concerns.

What are his credentials and where is he located?

He is licensed as an LPC in Georgia with licence number GA LPC LPC005914.

Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?

He does not accept international clients and provides services to those located within the applicable licensing region.

In what formats are sessions available?

Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs and preferences.

How are fees and subscriptions handled?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and sessions are offered through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What steps should I take to begin working together?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteemBipolar disorderDepression

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issues

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationGuilt and shame Impulsivity Isolation / lonelinessMoney and financial issuesMood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Social anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

30+ years

Licensed

Georgia

Languages

English