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Fred  Sacklow

Fred Sacklow

LCSW

Therapist · Florida · 20+ years of experience

Experienced LCSW helping manage anger and life change

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  • Practical skill building
  • Collaborative approach
  • 20 years experience

About Fred

Fred Sacklow is a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of experience helping people manage anger, stress, anxiety, and relationship strain. He works with individuals who are coping with trauma, low self-esteem, grief, addiction, and major life changes. His style is warm and straightforward, aimed at practical steps rather than jargon.

He uses clear, goal-focused conversations to identify patterns that keep problems alive. Sessions often focus on developing new skills for emotional regulation, improving communication, and setting boundaries. Fred draws on several approaches to tailor work to each person's situation.

Over two decades in Florida practice have shaped a steady, patient approach. He pays particular attention to attachment issues, isolation, guilt and shame, and problems that show up around life purpose and midlife transitions. Military veterans and men seeking focused help are also among the people he supports.

Fred describes therapy as a collaborative process. He helps people notice unhelpful habits, try small changes, and track what actually works. Sessions aim to build skills that carry over into daily life.

People who come for help can expect a respectful, non-judgmental tone and a focus on practical tools. The goal is clearer self-awareness and strategies that reduce reactivity and improve relationships.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSelf esteem

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesAvoidant personalityCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesDependent personalityEmptinessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesNarcissismPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexualityWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

20+ years

Credentials

Florida

Languages

English

Therapeutic approaches that translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, invites people to clarify what matters to them and to take small actions toward those values while accepting difficult feelings. It often helps with anxiety, anger, and life changes by focusing on meaningful steps rather than fighting emotions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical techniques to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, sleep and eating concerns, and impulsive reactions.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to figure out which methods fit a person’s needs, goals, and preferences. That may mean mixing techniques and adjusting the focus as progress is made.

The practical benefits of online therapy can include easier scheduling, fewer travel interruptions, and the ability to fit sessions into a busy day. Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm current options before booking so you know what works best for your routine. Online work can help people practice skills between sessions and apply new ways of coping directly in their everyday environments.

At a glance

Listed location
Florida
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
LCSW
Languages
English
License (Florida)
LCSW · No. SW14596
NPI
1619968716

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Fred address?

Fred supports people with anger, stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, self-esteem problems, addictions, grief, and many related issues listed in his specialties.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He keeps things practical and collaborative, using clear conversations to set goals, practice skills, and track change over time.

What background and experience does he bring?

He is a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of practice experience in Florida working with a wide range of emotional and interpersonal issues.

What credentials and location are on record?

He holds the credential LCSW and practices in Florida; the profile lists his credential exactly as FL LCSW.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English only.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm the current session options before booking.

How are costs and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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