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Frederick Vickery

Practical, values-based support for life changes

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Credentials
LPC, LPCC
Experience
6 years
Licensed in
Minnesota, Wisconsin
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Frederick

Frederick Vickery helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma, addiction, depression, and life changes. He also supports concerns such as eating and body image, self esteem, grief, anger, career issues, bipolar symptoms, and LGBT-related matters.

Frederick is a licensed professional counselor and licensed professional clinical counselor with six years of experience, practicing from Minnesota and offering work that aims to be practical and grounded. He uses clear, direct conversation to understand what matters most to each person.

Background and approach

Sessions focus on concrete skills and real-life choices rather than long theoretical talks. Frederick adapts tools from several approaches to match a person’s needs and goals, and he explains options so people can pick what feels right. His background includes varied clinical work in inpatient and outpatient settings and experience as a group and program therapist.

That range informs how he helps with complex problems and co-occurring concerns. Frederick draws on both short-term strategies and ongoing discussion when needed. Common techniques include acceptance strategies, cognitive-behavioral tools, and skills from dialectical behavior therapy to build coping and emotion regulation.

Attachment-informed ideas guide work around relationship patterns and communication problems. Sessions are collaborative and aimed at usable change. Outside of practice he enjoys outdoor activities and community involvement.

He brings steady, approachable support for people trying to sort priorities, reduce distress, and move toward a life that reflects their values.

Therapeutic approaches and online options that fit your life

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then take steps that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and choosing action when feelings are strong. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on recognizing patterns of thinking and behavior and trying small experiments to change unhelpful habits, which can help with worry, low mood, and eating or body image concerns. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns shape current interactions and supports clearer communication and healthier connection in relationships.

Deciding which approach to use is part of the process. Frederick works together with each person to choose methods that fit their goals, needs, and preferences. He will explain options and adjust the plan as people try things and see what helps.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit regular work on concerns into busy lives, allow follow-up between sessions, and let people connect from Minnesota or other locations. The variety of online options supports different communication styles and schedules while keeping the focus on practical progress.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

Attachment-Based Therapy

Looks at how early bonds shaped what you expect from closeness, and how that plays out now with a partner, a parent, or your own children.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Frequently asked questions

What issues does he work with?
He supports a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating and body image issues, self esteem, depression, addictions, LGBT matters, relationship and family concerns, grief, anger, career challenges, bipolar symptoms, and coping with life changes.
What is his general therapy style?
He uses a straightforward, collaborative style that focuses on practical skills and clear conversation. Sessions aim to identify next steps and build tools for day-to-day life.
What training and experience does he have?
He has six years of clinical experience and has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings as an individual and program therapist.
What credentials and region are listed?
He is credentialed as LPC and LPCC with licensure details WI LPC 7921-125 and MN LPCC 1835, and he practices from Minnesota.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
How are sessions offered?
Sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

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Experience
6 years
Licensed
Minnesota, Wisconsin
Languages
English

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