- Addictions work
- Relationship issues
- Smoking cessation
About Bruce
Dr. Bruce Friedman is an LCSW and LICSW practicing in Texas with 13 years of experience. He works with people dealing with addictions, relationship and intimacy problems, and major life changes, and he also offers coaching for practical goals. He draws on work with aging and geriatric concerns and on experience helping caregivers and people with disability-related stress.
He has focused work in substance use and developed a smoking cessation program. That background shapes how he approaches problems where addictive patterns and family roles overlap. He also brings attention to family of origin issues when those early patterns still affect adult relationships and responsibilities.
Spiritual concerns are part of his work when clients want to include meaning, values, or faith in sessions. He uses that material to help people clarify what matters and to guide decision making rather than as doctrine.
In practical terms he helps people sort through communication problems, codependency, and issues that arise during divorce or blended family transitions. He also supports fathers navigating changing roles and people dealing with guilt, shame, or forgiveness questions.
Sessions focus on concrete changes: clearer communication, steps to reduce substance use, or manageable plans for caregiving and aging decisions. The therapist aims to work collaboratively to identify next steps and track progress over time.
Evidence-based approaches and how they work online
Dr. Friedman draws on practical, evidence-based techniques to address addictive patterns and relationship problems. One common approach focuses on behavioral steps to reduce substance use and change habits, using clear goals, monitoring, and gradual behavior changes to replace old routines.Another approach involves working with family-of-origin patterns and communication habits. Sessions look at recurring roles, expectations, and interaction styles, then practice new ways of talking and setting boundaries to improve current relationships.
Finding the right method is part of the work. He will discuss options and test what fits best given a person's goals, history, and preferences. This is a collaborative process where techniques can be adjusted as progress is tracked.
Session formats are not listed here, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and remove travel time so people can focus on specific issues. Therapists can use these formats to run focused behavioral work, communication practice, or planning for caregiving and life transitions.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Texas, Minnesota
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with addictions, relationship and intimacy problems, coping with life changes, and offers coaching for practical goals.
How does he approach family of origin issues?
He considers how early family roles and expectations continue to shape adult behavior and relationship patterns, and brings that into sessions when relevant.
What is his professional background?
He holds LCSW and LICSW credentials and has 13 years of clinical experience, including work with substance use and programs for older adults.
What credentials and location are listed?
Credentials shown are LCSW and LICSW, and he practices in Texas.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here.
How are costs handled and how do I begin?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To start, select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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