- Collaborative goals
- Values-based work
- Mindful strategies
About Frederick
Dr. Frederick Smoot is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) practicing in California. He brings five years of work helping people who face stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and difficult life changes. He uses straightforward language and a calm presence to make hard conversations easier to begin.
Clients find his style warm and curious, with honest feedback when it helps. He aims to create a shame-free setting where people can name what they are feeling and decide what to do next. He emphasizes respect and steady attention during sessions.
Dr. Smoot draws on several clinical approaches to shape therapy. He uses client-centered listening to follow what matters most to the person in front of him. He pairs that with practical methods from cognitive behavioral work to address unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ideas are woven in to help people stay grounded and act on their values.
He has experience addressing trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, compassion fatigue, and intimacy-related concerns. He also supports people dealing with caregiver stress, blended family difficulties, and coping with natural or human-caused disaster. He works collaboratively to set goals and adapt the plan as needs change.
To begin, he asks each person to identify their priorities and what would feel most helpful. The focus is on small, doable steps that fit into everyday life and build toward lasting change.
Therapeutic approaches for remote support
Dr. Smoot commonly blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and client-centered work in sessions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choosing actions that match personal values; it is often used for anxiety, stress, and coping with life changes. Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening and understanding the person's experience first, creating space to explore what matters most and shape goals together. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is also used to identify and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, which can help with depression, anxiety, and relationship stress.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped in the past. Together they refine the plan and try approaches that fit the individual's needs and pace.
The practical benefits of online therapy can include easier scheduling, saving travel time, and fitting sessions into a busy week. Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm available options before booking. The aim is to make therapy fit daily life so people can take consistent steps toward their goals.
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Experience
5+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, addiction, grief, and related challenges such as caregiver strain and coping with life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is warm, curious, and appropriately truth-telling, offering steady presence and respectful listening while working collaboratively on goals.
What is his background and experience?
He holds five years of clinical experience as an LMFT and has worked with a range of concerns including trauma, abuse, addiction, and life transitions.
What credentials and region should I know about?
He is a California licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) practicing in California.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Fees vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.