- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions and trauma
- Life purpose work
About Frederick
Frederick "Fred" Cotterman is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with six years of experience in the mental health field. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood disorders, panic, ADHD, addiction, trauma and related concerns. He also addresses relationship and intimacy issues, grief, caregiver strain, and questions about life purpose.
Fred keeps sessions conversational and interactive. He listens for how symptoms affect everyday routines and choices. He avoids labels and focuses on practical steps people can use between meetings.
He draws on cognitive behavioral ideas to notice and change unhelpful thinking and behavior. He also uses client-centered listening to help people clarify values and goals. Motivational interviewing techniques support people who want change but feel stuck or ambivalent.
Fred often uses narrative and solution-focused approaches to help people reorder priorities and find manageable next steps after major life changes. He works with issues that follow trauma and abuse by helping people name reactions and build coping skills over time.
Sessions move at a steady, person-focused pace. Fred aims to balance listening with concrete tools and experiments to try between sessions. He encourages small, realistic actions that fit daily life and current responsibilities.
How his approaches translate to online work
Fred commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in practical ways. ACT focuses on clarifying what matters most and taking small steps in that direction while accepting difficult feelings. Client-centered work centers on careful listening and reflecting to help people sort out priorities and goals. CBT looks at thoughts and behaviors, offering concrete experiments and skills to reduce distress and improve daily routines.Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. He will talk with each person about what matters, what has and hasn't helped, and try methods that fit the person's goals and comfort level. Adjustments are made as sessions progress so work stays relevant and useful.
The original profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm the options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. These practical benefits often help people keep therapy consistent while they manage work, caregiving, or health demands.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood issues, panic attacks, ADHD, addiction, trauma and related problems such as grief and intimacy concerns.
How does he approach feeling stuck or directionless?
He uses conversational, interactive sessions that mix cognitive behavioral techniques, client-centered listening, and motivational interviewing to identify small, practical next steps.
How much practical experience does he have?
He has six years of experience working in the mental health field with a broad range of symptoms and life challenges.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, and he practices in Michigan.
Does he provide sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not list session formats; please confirm the current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time according to the service terms.
What is the first step to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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