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John R Freeman

Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS,, MA,, LCDC, CADC

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Bastrop, TX 78602
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Helping you build a resilient life - rooted in recovery and purpose! Addiction recovery isn’t just about ending or controlling harmful behaviors - it’s planting and nurturing a new life; worth staying sober for. I work with adults who have begun to achieve stability in their sobriety but still seek clarity, peace, and direction. You may feel emotionally stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed; I provide a safe, practical space to help you reconnect with everything that truly matters in your life and nurture sustainable, values-driven change.
Combining mindfulness-based therapies, self-awareness, and strengths-focused coaching with a deep respect for your unique story, I integrate holistic wellness, neuroscience, and personalized tools - ranging from nervous system regulation to self-compassion and positive psychology - to help you regain agency and feel at home in your own life.
Outside the counseling and coaching space, I’m an avid permaculturist. I apply principles of sustainable agriculture and design to recovery - focusing on balance, growth, and alignment with your natural strengths. We both know that lasting change comes from working with your inner landscape, not against it. Let's talk!
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Bastrop, TX 78602

(512) 957-9142

Austin, TX 78733

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I offer telehealth sessions for all Texas residents; typically most weekdays, as well as Thursday evenings. Easy online booking!
I specialize in Addiction, Drug Abuse and Life Coaching 
$110 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Talk with an addiction counselor who knows what you have been dealing with, and found remarkable ways to build a new life.
John R Freeman
Let's Connect (512) 957-9142
Photo of John R Freeman, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS,, MA,, LCDC, CADC

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Bastrop, TX 78602

(512) 957-9142

Austin, TX 78733

My website
I offer telehealth sessions for all Texas residents; typically most weekdays, as well as Thursday evenings. Easy online booking!
I specialize in Addiction, Drug Abuse and Life Coaching 
$110 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Talk with an addiction counselor who knows what you have been dealing with, and found remarkable ways to build a new life.
John R Freeman

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $110
  • Couple Sessions $160
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Discover, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Out of Network
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I am now an in-network provider for BCBS Texas members. Check with your insurer; they often reimburse for out-of-network addiction counseling fees.
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John R Freeman
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS,, MA,, LCDC, CADC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 957-9142
"
I am now an in-network provider for BCBS Texas members. Check with your insurer; they often reimburse for out-of-network addiction counseling fees.
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John R Freeman
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS,, MA,, LCDC, CADC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 957-9142

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Texas / 15089 John R Freeman

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 10 years
  • Attended Angelo State University, Master of Arts, Mental Health and Wellness Counseling, Graduated 2025

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Saybrook University Clinical Hypnosis / 2024
  • Degree/Diploma from Saybrook University Master of Science, Mind-Body Medicine / 2024
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HeartMath Certified for Stress, Anxiety, and Self-Regulation; Safe and Sound Protocol. Certified in clinical hypnosis (Saybrook University); Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Master's degrees in Counseling and in Mind-Body Medicine.
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John R Freeman
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS,, MA,, LCDC, CADC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 957-9142
"
HeartMath Certified for Stress, Anxiety, and Self-Regulation; Safe and Sound Protocol. Certified in clinical hypnosis (Saybrook University); Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Master's degrees in Counseling and in Mind-Body Medicine.
Photo of John R Freeman, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS,, MA,, LCDC, CADC
John R Freeman
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS,, MA,, LCDC, CADC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 957-9142

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Addiction
  • Drug Abuse
  • Life Coaching

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Cancer
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Chronic Pain
  • Chronic Relapse
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Gambling
  • Hoarding
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Transformation of the habitual ways we think, feel, speak, and behave requires daily practice. Most of what you will gain from working with me will be developed outside of our sessions, when you will be practicing and learning; self-training for the mind and body. If you are willing to engage with regular experiments (I prefer that term to "homework"), you will quickly get results.
Photo of John R Freeman, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS,, MA,, LCDC, CADC
John R Freeman
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS,, MA,, LCDC, CADC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 957-9142
"
Transformation of the habitual ways we think, feel, speak, and behave requires daily practice. Most of what you will gain from working with me will be developed outside of our sessions, when you will be practicing and learning; self-training for the mind and body. If you are willing to engage with regular experiments (I prefer that term to "homework"), you will quickly get results.
Photo of John R Freeman, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS,, MA,, LCDC, CADC
John R Freeman
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS,, MA,, LCDC, CADC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 957-9142

Client Focus

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Religion

Buddhist

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Religion

Buddhist

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Biofeedback
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Energy Psychology
  • HeartMath, SOMA Breathwork, Safe & Sound Protocol
  • Humanistic
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Ketamine-Assisted
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Neuro-Linguistic (NLP)
  • Positive Psychology
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I have found that Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (which encompasses a strong element of mindfulness practice) seems to be the most relevant approach to sustainable addiction recovery. I also believe that individuals in early recovery benefit greatly from a strengths-based, positive psychology focus, to really shift from surviving to thriving.
Photo of John R Freeman, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS,, MA,, LCDC, CADC
John R Freeman
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS,, MA,, LCDC, CADC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 957-9142
"
I have found that Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (which encompasses a strong element of mindfulness practice) seems to be the most relevant approach to sustainable addiction recovery. I also believe that individuals in early recovery benefit greatly from a strengths-based, positive psychology focus, to really shift from surviving to thriving.
Photo of John R Freeman, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS,, MA,, LCDC, CADC
John R Freeman
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS,, MA,, LCDC, CADC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 957-9142

Groups

Sober Stressbusters

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Hosted by
John R Freeman

Sustainable recovery is only possible if one trains the mind-body in resilience to stress. Using the methods and technology of HeartMath along with meditation and mindfulness training and SOMA Breath holistic healing, we can all learn self-regulation and interpersonal connection.

Expertise

Anxiety
Depression
Substance Use

Types of Therapy

Dialectical Behavior (DBT)

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$40

Group Meets

Every Wed 7 P.M. - 9 P.M.

Location

Online Group

Paige, TX 78659

Email John R Freeman about this group or call - (512) 957-9142

Location

Primary Location

Bastrop, TX 78602

(512) 957-9142

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Additional Location

Austin, TX 78733

(512) 957-9142

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Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

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I offer telehealth sessions for all Texas residents; typically most weekdays, as well as Thursday evenings. Easy online booking!
Photo of John R Freeman, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS,, MA,, LCDC, CADC
John R Freeman
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS,, MA,, LCDC, CADC
Call for a free consultation now - (512) 957-9142
"
I offer telehealth sessions for all Texas residents; typically most weekdays, as well as Thursday evenings. Easy online booking!
Photo of John R Freeman, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS,, MA,, LCDC, CADC
John R Freeman
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS,, MA,, LCDC, CADC
Call for a free consultation now - (512) 957-9142