Clinical Psychologist in Augusta, GA

Dr. Joseph Frey III, PhD is a licensed clinical psychologist in Augusta, GA, and has served the Augusta community from his office at 454 Fury's Ferry Rd since 1983. As one of Augusta's most experienced clinical psychologists, Dr. Joseph Frey III, PhD offers focused, short-term psychotherapy rooted in a Family/Systems framework built during his doctoral training at Georgia State University. Patients struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, or self-defeating behavioral patterns may find this results-oriented approach refreshing. Call (706) 650-2027 today to schedule your first appointment.

What Does a Clinical Psychologist in Augusta Treat?

A clinical psychologist can assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of mental health conditions. Dr. Joseph Frey III, PhD's clinical work commonly addresses concerns such as:

▸ Anxiety, worry, and chronic stress.

▸ Depression and persistent low mood.

▸ Trauma and PTSD.

▸ OCD and repetitive self-defeating thought patterns.

▸ Behavioral problems in children and adolescents.

▸ Relationship and marital difficulties.


Dr. Joseph Frey III, PhD views these problems as interactive rather than purely internal. His Family/Systems lens means he looks at how relationships, belief systems, and patterns of behavior contribute to the issues clients bring to him. You can learn more about this philosophy on his Clinical Practice and Psychotherapeutic Approach page.

How Do I Get Started with Dr. Joseph Frey III, PhD?

Getting started is straightforward. Most clients can expect a clear path from first contact to active therapy within a matter of days.


  1. Call (706) 650-2027 during office hours, Monday through Friday, to schedule an initial appointment.
  2. Discuss your concerns openly during a first session so Dr. Joseph Frey III, PhD can understand the full picture.
  3. Receive a focused assessment and an honest explanation of what he sees as the core issue.
  4. Begin short-term, goal-directed therapy typically averaging four to six sessions.
  5. Move toward every-other-week appointments as progress builds, reinforcing gains in real-world settings.

Credentials and Licensure

Dr. Joseph Frey III, PhD holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Family Systems from Georgia State University. He has been licensed in Georgia as a psychologist since 1983 and completed a residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine in both Psychiatry and Pediatrics/Adolescent Medicine. He also serves as a consultant with National Security Psychological Services, performing evaluations for nuclear facility personnel across the country. That breadth of credentialed experience may translate directly into sharper clinical insight for everyday patients.


Insurance and Fees

Dr. Joseph Frey III, PhD operates as a private-pay, fee-for-service practice and does not bill insurance or third-party payers for clinical psychotherapy services. This approach prioritizes your privacy and confidentiality. Insurance claims generate records accessible by employers, government agencies, and credentialing bodies. Keeping therapy private can matter greatly, especially for clients in high-profile, licensed, or security-sensitive roles common in Augusta, GA, including personnel connected to Fort Eisenhower (formerly Fort Gordon) and the Savannah River Site. Visit the Psychology FAQs page for detailed answers on fees and the reasoning behind this policy.

Schedule Your Appointment with Dr. Joseph Frey III, PhD

Dr. Joseph Frey III, PhD is accepting new patients. Call (706) 650-2027 or visit Dr. Joseph Frey III, PhD on Google to confirm hours and location. His office at 454 Fury's Ferry Rd, Augusta, GA, serves patients from Evans, Grovetown, North Augusta, and surrounding CSRA communities. Taking the first step can be the hardest part. Dr. Joseph Frey III, PhD aims to make it simple.