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About Frank
Frank Aldridge is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Washington with 15 years of experience. He works with adults on concerns such as anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma, relationship strain, parenting stress, and life changes.
He trained in counseling psychology and began his career in Dallas, Texas, working in outpatient and residential treatment settings before moving to Washington. His background includes time as a primary therapist at a treatment facility and running a private practice in Dallas prior to relocating to the Pacific Northwest.
In sessions he uses a mix of straightforward methods from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness approaches, and Internal Family Systems. He draws on tools from these models to help people notice unhelpful patterns, build clearer personal values, and change small behaviors that get in the way of daily life.
Conversations are practical and focused on what is happening at home and in relationships. He helps people talk through family of origin problems, codependency, communication struggles, and issues around abandonment and control. Parenting strain, grief, and feelings of emptiness are also common topics.
Clients can expect work that emphasizes noticing emotions, practicing small changes, and developing clearer priorities. Frank aims to help people tolerate difficult feelings while also taking meaningful steps toward things they care about.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Frank often uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in his work. ACT focuses on identifying personal values and taking committed action toward them while accepting difficult thoughts and feelings. It can help with life transitions, avoidance, and feeling stuck. CBT looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and uses targeted exercises to shift unhelpful patterns, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress.Finding the right approach is part of the work. He discusses options with each person and together they decide which methods fit the client's goals and daily life. That collaborative planning includes trying techniques and adjusting what they do as needs change.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since formats are not specified in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around parenting, work, and appointments. It can also allow shorter check-ins, avoid travel time, and reduce the need to be on camera depending on the chosen format. Ask about current session options when you schedule to pick what suits your routine and comfort.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Washington
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He helps adults with anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, relationship problems, parenting strain, grief, and related issues such as codependency and abandonment.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a practical, person-centered approach that blends CBT, ACT, mindfulness, and Internal Family Systems techniques to address patterns and daily struggles.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 15 years of experience working in outpatient, residential treatment, and private practice settings.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in Washington and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is in danger, use the crisis numbers.