Linda Freeman, Ph.D, LMHC, CAP

Professor of Psychology

About

Dr. Freeman has  been part of the Valencia College Psychology Department for over 15 years. In addition, she is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Addictions Professional. After treating individuals with addictive related disorders, she made a full transition to academia, where she now focuses on how to bring Positive Psychology into the lives of students. She is also an avid meditator and teaches faculty members how to bring mindfulness into the classroom. Dr. Freeman is also noted for her work with students as a former advisor to the Psychology Club and Psychology Forum. Exposing students to “real world experiences” in the field of psychology is at the heart of her work and defines how she teaches. Dr. Freeman is the co-host of the Valencia Radio show “The Anxious Potato” and teaches Positive Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, and General Psychology. 

Linda Freeman, Ph.D, LMHC, CAP

Professor of Psychology

About

Dr. Freeman has  been part of the Valencia College Psychology Department for over 15 years. In addition, she is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Addictions Professional. After treating individuals with addictive related disorders, she made a full transition to academia, where she now focuses on how to bring Positive Psychology into the lives of students. She is also an avid meditator and teaches faculty members how to bring mindfulness into the classroom. Dr. Freeman is also noted for her work with students as a former advisor to the Psychology Club and Psychology Forum. Exposing students to “real world experiences” in the field of psychology is at the heart of her work and defines how she teaches. Dr. Freeman is the co-host of the Valencia Radio show “The Anxious Potato” and teaches Positive Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, and General Psychology. 

Education

  • BA: Psychology, Rollins College
  • MA: Community Mental Health Counseling, Rollins College
  • Ph.D: Counseling Education, Barry University

Professional Accomplishments

  • Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • Certified Addictions Profession
  • Certified in Mindfulness Based Relapse Prevention
  • Certified in Mindfulness Based Compassion Therapy
  • Completing Curricula Requirements for Certification in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction

Academic Initiatives and Contributions

  • Co-Authored Student Self-Help Guide
  • Co-Developed Positive Psychology Alumni Group
  • Thank a Veteran Initiative
  • Member of the Peace and Justice Institute

Club Advisory

  • Psychology Club
  • Psychology Speaker’s Forum
  • Peace Ambassadors