Frank Aldridge , LMHC

Frank Aldridge is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who holds a master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Amberton University and a Bachelor of Science in Communication with a minor in Sociology from the University of Arizona in Tucson. He works with individuals and families on a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and feelings of emptiness.

Frank began his counseling career in Dallas, Texas, serving as a therapist and family counselor at Solutions Outpatient Services and later as one of the primary therapists at Enterhealth treatment facility in Van Alstyne. He subsequently opened a private practice in Dallas before relocating to the Pacific Northwest with his family in 2010. He lives in Kirkland, Washington, and is a father and pet owner.

His approach is person-centered and eclectic, blending Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Family Systems Theory, and other techniques to fit each client’s needs. He values the full range of emotional experience and aims to help clients explore feelings, gain clarity, and make meaningful changes. He frames therapy as a collaborative journey toward greater awareness, acceptance, and growth.

Evidence-Informed Approaches and Online Care

Frank incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness Therapy into his work. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and self-compassion skills that help reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation across many concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Frank collaborates with each client to explore what methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time so care matches where the client is in their life and recovery.

Online therapy with Frank is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for varied schedules and needs. These options make it easier to attend sessions from home or elsewhere, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access consistent support without travel. Licensed professionals can adapt these formats to deliver meaningful therapeutic work and practical tools for daily life.