- Intergenerational therapy
- Smoking cessation program
- Work with older adults
About Bruce
Dr. Bruce Friedman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Texas with 13 years of experience. He works with adults facing addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, and people coping with major life changes. He also offers coaching-style support for practical steps forward.
Dr. Friedman trained in intergenerational family therapy and has focused much of his work on substance use disorders. He developed a smoking cessation program and has substantial experience supporting older adults and people with disabilities. He brings attention to how family history and life roles shape current behavior.
Spirituality is part of his clinical picture when clients want to use it. He can help people talk through values, faith-related concerns, or moral questions connected to guilt and shame. Sessions tend to combine practical strategies with discussion about what matters to the client.
He also addresses caregiving stress, fatherhood concerns, blended family issues, and communication problems that affect daily life. For people facing separation or divorce, he works on decision-making and coping rather than offering legal advice.
Dr. Friedman’s approach is grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques and practical program development. He emphasizes clear steps and realistic goals. To get started, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Therapeutic approaches and working online
Dr. Friedman’s background includes intergenerational family therapy, an approach that looks at how family patterns across generations affect current relationships and behavior. This can help people who carry guilt or shame linked to family roles or past interactions.He has also worked extensively on substance use disorders and developed a smoking cessation program. Those approaches focus on practical behavior change, steps to reduce use, and support for relapse prevention when needed.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. He and the client will discuss goals, personal values, and what feels most useful, then adapt techniques to fit those priorities. That conversation helps decide whether to emphasize family patterns, behavior change, or values-based work involving spirituality when requested.
The therapist’s biography does not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow brief check-ins when needed. It can also let people join from quieter surroundings or use audio-only if that better suits their day-to-day routine.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Texas, Minnesota
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, coping with life changes, and related concerns such as guilt and shame.
How does he approach feelings of guilt or shame?
He uses discussion of family history and values alongside practical steps, and may include spirituality when clients want that included.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 13 years of professional experience working in social work and clinical practice.
What are his professional credentials and location?
He holds LCSW and LICSW credentials and practices in Texas.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not list explicit session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.