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Dr. Patricia Frueh, MI Psychologist 6301008874

Michigan psychologist for trauma and mood
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Mindfulness methods
  • CBT and DBT strategies

About Dr. Patricia Frueh

Dr. Patricia Frueh brings more than 28 years of clinical experience as a licensed psychologist in Michigan, and she is listed as MI Psychologist 6301008874. Friends and clients often call her Pat. She approaches therapy with warmth, respect, and a readiness to notice strengths and resilience even when someone is struggling, and she often uses gentle humor to ease difficult conversations.

Her work spans a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting and family challenges, relationship difficulties, addictions, grief, eating and sleeping problems, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes. She also focuses on issues such as autism and Asperger syndrome, blended family dynamics, communication problems, social anxiety, and recovery after sexual assault and abuse. Those who work with her can expect an individualized plan that attends to both practical skills and deeper emotional patterns.

Dr. Frueh integrates evidence-informed methods and draws from positive psychology research on well-being. She may use cognitive behavioral techniques, acceptance and commitment methods, dialectical behavior tools, trauma-informed perspectives, and solution-focused strategies as appropriate. She is also a Certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and often incorporates mindfulness practices into treatment.

Her style emphasizes collaboration and tailoring interventions to each person s needs and goals. Seeking change takes courage, and she aims to support and empower people as they take those steps. She is not currently accepting new clients.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCommunication problemsEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Patricia Frueh have?

Dr. Patricia Frueh has 28 years of experience in clinical psychology and psychotherapy.

Is Dr. Patricia Frueh a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential MI Psychologist 6301008874. License details: MI Psychologist 6301008874.

In which languages does Dr. Patricia Frueh provide therapy?

Dr. Patricia Frueh provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Patricia Frueh located?

Dr. Patricia Frueh is located in Michigan.

How can I work with Dr. Patricia Frueh as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Patricia Frueh through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Patricia Frueh work with international clients?

Dr. Patricia Frueh does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Patricia Frueh cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Online Approaches and How They Help

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on helping people notice their thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then commit to actions that reflect their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches practical skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and tolerating distress. It is often helpful for mood instability, self-harm behaviors, and relationship difficulties.

Mindfulness therapy involves learning present-moment awareness and simple attention practices to reduce reactivity and increase emotional balance. These practices support stress reduction, sleep problems, and recovery from trauma.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and the therapist will work collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. That partnership helps tailor sessions and adjust techniques over time.

Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to keep continuity of care across scheduling changes. Those options provide flexibility and accessibility while allowing licensed professionals and therapists to use the same therapeutic tools and skills they would in person.

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