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About Dr Frederick
Dr. Smith is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP) providing talk therapy services with 15 years of experience in the mental health field. He works with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, intellectual/developmental disorders, learning disabilities, OCD, psychotic disorders, behavior disorders, and more. He has worked in a number of different settings including community mental health centers, prisons, schools, college counseling centers, state hospitals, private psychiatric hospitals, and general medical centers providing acute and long-term psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults who were exhibiting severe psychopathology related to psychosis, suicidality, aggression, and personality disorders.
Dr. Smith completed his Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Tougaloo College and his Master's degree and his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. In therapy, Dr. Smith utilizes multiple treatment approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing, play therapy, reality therapy, solution-focused therapy, psychoeducation, and schema-focused therapy.
In addition, he employs the three core conditions of therapeutic change: empathy, genuineness, and unconditional positive regard. In all cases, he continuously monitors the therapeutic process to learn what is working and what is not working so he can better support clients. We are all struggling in different areas of our lives. You do not have to struggle alone. Dr. Smith is here to walk with you and help you overcome those life challenges.
Dr. Smith also provides hypnotherapy for those interested!
Get to know Dr Frederick
Why did you decide to become a counselor?
I decided to become a counselor due to a family member's struggle with mental illness.
What types of clients do you work with best?
Clients struggling with anxiety, depression, and OCD.
What type of clients are you most excited to work with?
I am a very well-rounded psychologist who is open to working with all who are in need of mental health treatment.
What’s one thing you wish all clients knew?
Therapy is a collaborative effort and clients have to be willing to do their part in order for therapy to work.
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
Thriveworks is a very reputable company and I believe I would be an asset.
What inspires you?
Seeing clients overcome whatever challenges they may be facing.
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
A warm, welcoming environment and an open-minded approach.
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
To begin establishing the therapeutic relationship so that clients feel comfortable communicating with me effectively.
What should clients know about you before scheduling a first counseling session?
They should know that my goal is to assist them with managing, reducing, and potentially eliminating whatever mental health symptoms they may be experiencing.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
Cook, travel, socialize with my family, friends, and fraternity brothers, and engage in community service activities
What’s one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?
I am a singer, and I enjoy different types of music.
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 15 years
- Graduating institute
- The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
- Graduating degree
- Doctor of Psychology
