128 - Addressing Rare Disease Mental Health - Psychologist Al Freedman

In episode 123, The Dudes asked why we tend to pull away when things get hard such as with a Rare Disease Diagnosis or another life changing event.  The discussion did not end with a clear answer so Sean and Kyle Reached out for some professional help.  Enter Dr. Al. Albert Freedman, Ph.D. has a unique voice as a psychologist and the father of an adult son with a rare disease.  He speaks at conferences nationally on challenges facing families of children with special health care needs, and provides consultation to health care & rare disease organizations, pharmaceutical companies, and schools. As a practicing psychologist in independent practice in the Philadelphia area,    Dr. Freedman has provided counseling services to children, adolescents, adults, and families for over 25 years. Dr. Freedman's 25-year-old son, Jack, lives with Spinal Muscular Atrophy. More About Dr. Al: https://www.freedmancounseling.com/albert-freedman-ph-d Dr. Al's practice: www.freedmancounseling.com