Dr. Jeffrey Friedman, LCSW, LICSW

Licensed in Florida · 10 years in practice

Dr. Jeffrey Friedman brings a decade of clinical social work experience to his practice in Florida.

License and registration

LCSW, Florida: SW11058 · expires March 2027
LICSW, Washington: LW 61614182 · expires July 2026
NPI: 1326390782 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 10
Languages: English

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About Jeffrey

Dr. Jeffrey Friedman brings a decade of clinical social work experience to his practice in Florida. He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW).

He focuses on clear, direct conversations that help people find manageable next steps. Parents reading on a phone will find brief, practical guidance and steady support during stressful moments. He commonly helps people dealing with stress and anxiety, addiction concerns, and the aftereffects of trauma and abuse.

Background and approach

He also supports those working through relationship and family problems, and people exploring questions about life purpose and identity. He works with clients who identify as LGBT and those navigating non-monogamous or polyamorous relationships. Jeffrey favors approaches that center the person's experience.

Sessions tend to begin with listening to immediate concerns, then building small, realistic goals. He draws on client-centered methods to focus on what matters most to each person. Narrative techniques help people reframe difficult life stories and see different options.

For trauma work he uses trauma-focused practices to address painful memories and reactions in ways that feel tolerable. He helps people reduce family conflict by clarifying patterns and practicing new ways to respond. He also offers support for attachment issues and family of origin concerns.

His style is straightforward and calm. He aims to make therapy feel usable and relevant for everyday life. New clients are guided through a simple onboarding process and helped to set practical goals for their time together.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Jeffrey lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
LGBT
Attachment issues
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Life purpose
Men's issues
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Social anxiety and phobia

Approaches Jeffrey names

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Online support

Therapeutic approaches you can access online

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the individual's experience and prioritizes empathy and understanding. In this approach the therapist listens closely and helps clients identify what matters most to them, which can help with anxiety, relationship concerns, and life direction.

Existential Therapy helps people wrestle with big life questions like purpose, meaning, and personal responsibility. It is useful when someone feels stuck, is rethinking life choices, or is trying to find clearer direction.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each client to choose methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Sessions often mix elements from different approaches so the plan can change as progress is made.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls let people have deeper face-to-face conversations when that helps. Phone sessions can work better when bandwidth is limited or a camera is not wanted. Live chat and text-based messaging make it easier to check in between sessions or fit brief touchpoints into a busy day. These options let people get consistent care around work, school, or parenting demands.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does Jeffrey commonly address?

He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family problems, trauma and abuse, and LGBT-related concerns. He also focuses on attachment and family of origin issues, social anxiety, life purpose, men's issues, and non-monogamous relationships.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He uses a calm, practical style that starts with listening and moves to small goals. The work emphasizes real-life steps and helping clients apply what they discuss between sessions.

How much experience does he have?

He has 10 years of clinical experience working with a range of concerns including trauma, anxiety, and relationship issues.

Where is he based and what credentials does he hold?

He practices in Florida and holds the credentials LCSW and LICSW as documented in his profile.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients accepted?

International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different schedules and needs.

How are fees handled and how do I start?

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