Fred Wackenhut

Fred Wackenhut is a dedicated and passionate clinician who works with children, adolescents, and their families, as well as adults. With extensive experience in addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder, Fred specializes in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), a powerful approach designed to transform negative emotions and compulsions into healthy, constructive behaviors. For younger clients, he emphasizes the importance of emotional identification through techniques such as the zones of emotional regulation. As a licensed professional counselor, Fred has dedicated the last eight years to the mental health field, holding a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Judson University and receiving specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). His proficiency as a CBT therapist allows him to effectively conduct individual, group, and family therapy sessions. Fred understands that life presents numerous challenges, often leading to emotional distress. He recognizes how our perceptions of these challenges can exacerbate suffering. Through evidence-based interventions, he helps clients navigate life's difficulties while fostering resilient ways of thinking.