Meet Me

Let me introduce myself ... 

My name is Brian Freeman. I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) trained in CBT, DBT, & EMDR in the great state of Florida. 

Right out of college I started teaching at an "alternative school" for troubled youth in Ocala, FL. This was vital in my decision to pursue a career in counseling. It was as a teacher, & later working with children at an inpatient residential mental health facility, that I learned the profound effects which trauma can have on our lives, especially at an early age. Since graduating with my Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling, I have been working with clients from all walks of life at the best residential trauma treatment centers in the US as well as in my own private practice.  

I received a BA in English from the University of North Florida & my MA in Mental Health Counseling from Webster University. 

I have been trained in CBT & DBT therapy as well as EMDR therapy & have chosen to use those modalities with clients in both a residential setting, as well as in my own private practice, for over six years. I also earned my LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) certification in the state of Florida.

First & foremost, I love people.  

Secondly, I know what it's like to feel unheard ... I've been there. I, like many people, have my own story & I want people to know that they are not alone. I am passionate about communication & I know that it is so crucial for people to know that what they have to say is valued & important. 

I have a very relaxed style as a therapist. It's my goal to provide a safe, comfortable environment so that my clients can be their completely unfiltered selves. However, as a seasoned therapist, I also have a strong work ethic & will continually challenge my clients to grow. I also want to be able to give my clients sufficient tools so that they can one day successfully move beyond my practice if they choose to do so.

EMDR therapy, Trauma, PTSD, CBT & DBT therapy, & Codependency & Depression. 

*EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing)

*PTSD (Post-traumatic Stress Disorder)

*CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)

*DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy)

• Addiction
• Alcohol Use
• Anger Management
• Anxiety
• Behavioral Issues
• Bipolar Disorder
• CBT
• Codependency
• Coping Skills  
• DBT   
• Depression                                                          
• Divorce
• Domestic Violence   
• EMDR                                               
• Family Conflict
• Life Transitions
• Men's Groups
• Men's Issues                                                         
• Peer Relationships
• PTSD
• Relationship Issues
• Self Esteem
• Self-Harming                                                         
• Sexual Abuse
• Sexual Addiction                                           
• Substance Abuse
• Trauma  
• Veteran's Counseling                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Family, hard work & healthy relationships sit at the heart of my values. As I work with my clients, my goal is to provide a safe, secure, reliable atmosphere where my clients are able to let down their guard, but also be challenged to make life-altering & life-improving changes.

Brian D. Freeman, MA, LMHC, EMDR Trained

• State: Florida 
• License: MH19010
• Training: EMDR
• Training: CBT
• Training: DBT