Business Details
30 Years
experience
Licensed Clinical Psychologist in San Francisco
As a licensed clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals overcome anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions through evidence-based therapeutic approaches. My practice integrates cognitive-behavioral techniques, mindfulness, and EMDR therapy, emphasizing skill-building and self-compassion. I hold a doctorate from Pennsylvania State University and have completed advanced training at Stanford Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente. My collaborative approach prioritizes developing a trusting therapeutic relationship while addressing challenges holistically across physical, emotional, and interpersonal domains.I specialize in treating phobias, OCD, sexual identity issues, and startup-related stress, offering remote sessions to California residents. My commitment to continuous professional development is reflected in my affiliations with major psychological associations. I focus on empowering clients to become their own therapists through structured, goal-oriented interventions tailored to individual needs.
Services
Anxiety & Phobia Treatment
Trauma & PTSD Therapy
Depression Management
EMDR Therapy
Sexuality Counseling
Relationship Counseling
Stress & Burnout Relief
Sleep Disorder Treatment
Health Psychology
Startup Stress Support
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of clinical psychology experience
- Doctoral-level training from Pennsylvania State University
- Specialized in evidence-based therapies including CBT and EMDR
- Remote sessions available for California residents
- Personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs
Services
Anxiety & Phobia Treatment
Specialized treatment for generalized anxiety, panic disorder, OCD, and specific phobias using evidence-based techniques like exposure therapy and cognitive-behavioral interventions. Focuses on gradual desensitization and skill-building for managing symptoms in real-world environments. Combines Western clinical approaches with mindfulness practices to reduce anxiety's impact on daily life.
EMDR Therapy
Accelerated trauma processing using EMDR protocols to address PTSD symptoms and distressing life experiences. Integrates multiple therapeutic approaches through standardized procedures that have demonstrated effectiveness in clinical studies. Helps clients reprocess traumatic memories to reduce emotional distress and improve coping mechanisms.
Sexuality Counseling
Comprehensive support for sexual identity exploration, coming-out processes, and relationship challenges. Addresses self-esteem issues related to sexuality, family dynamics, and compulsive/avoidant sexual behaviors. Utilizes affirming therapeutic frameworks to promote self-acceptance and healthy relationship development.
Depression Management
Structured interventions targeting depressive symptoms and feelings of hopelessness through cognitive restructuring and behavioral activation. Incorporates mindfulness techniques to improve emotional regulation and develop coping strategies for life transitions, loss, and self-defeating patterns.
Startup Stress Support
Tailored stress management for startup professionals addressing burnout, co-founder dynamics, and high-pressure environments. Combines practical coping strategies with exploration of work-life balance issues to enhance resilience and maintain productivity in demanding entrepreneurial contexts.
People
Freitag, Milam K MD
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Doctoral-level psychologist with 30+ years of experience, trained at Pennsylvania State University and Stanford Medical Center. Specializes in evidence-based therapies for anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. Holds postdoctoral fellowship from Kaiser Permanente and maintains active professional affiliations.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I primarily use cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and EMDR therapy, integrating mindfulness techniques and evidence-based practices tailored to individual needs.
Do you offer remote sessions?
Yes, I provide secure video and phone therapy sessions for all California residents, maintaining the same quality of care as in-person meetings.
How do you structure therapy sessions?
Sessions begin with collaborative goal-setting, followed by skill-building exercises and progress monitoring. I emphasize practical tools clients can use between sessions to reinforce therapeutic gains.
What payment options are available?
I accept self-pay arrangements and can assist with out-of-network PPO insurance reimbursement. Payment details are discussed during the initial consultation.
Are free consultations available?
Yes, I offer complimentary 15-20 minute phone or video consultations to determine if my services meet your specific therapeutic needs.
