As a veteran, you’re no stranger to courage.
Healing also takes great courage. Serving in the military is an act of bravery, which is exactly why we wanted to create a special space for military veterans and their families because we know you need something specific. Your service comes with both physical and emotional impacts and we’ve seen how it can get in the way of you living a functional and fulfilling life. Constantly adjusting your life, saying goodbye and reconnecting with family, numerous deployments, the return to civilian life… It's a lot.
Sometimes the tools you used to survive on deployment aren’t as helpful when you come back home. You’re having to constantly develop new skills to cope with different environments.
Sometimes it’s lonely and the people around you don’t understand, but still expect you to go back to normal. We are here to create a space for you and shoulder your burdens with you. You don’t have to carry this alone.
At Empower, we understand the unique needs of veterans and the complexity of returning to civilian life after deployment. You shouldn’t have to waste your time educating your therapist. We speak the language and know what you’re going through.
As fellow travelers, your therapist will work collaboratively with you so that you can get back to the mission.
And this time the mission is becoming your own CO; ultimately creating more and lasting meaning in your life.
Our evidence-based, scientifically proven interventions are demonstrated by research to be effective in addressing PTSD, trauma, depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues faced by veterans and those serving in the military.
Learn more about our empirically-based therapy modalities by visiting our EMDR page.
If you are looking for a therapist that specializes in working with veterans, Carl is here to support you.
Carl Freeman received his Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University and is now an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist in Long Beach, California. Carl is a therapist and group facilitator at Empower Marriage and Family Therapy.
Carl’s approach to therapy is both nurturing and motivating. He uses a combination of therapeutic techniques including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to assist those struggling with anxiety, depression, insecurity, stress, fear, pain, and relational issues.
He has experience working with young adults, parents, and veterans. In his work with couples, Carl utilizes Integrative Behavioral Couples Therapy (IBCT) to focus on goals related to communication, lack of connection. and/or lack of trust - often following a break. Carl works collaboratively with clients, meeting them where they are in their journey to find connection, flexibility, and meaning.