- Skills focused
- Collaborative approach
- Mindfulness informed
About Francesca
She uses straightforward, practical work in sessions and often suggests tasks to try between meetings. That could mean learning new ways to handle strong emotions, practicing mindfulness, or testing small changes that build confidence. Sessions are collaborative - the person in therapy helps choose goals and methods.
Her background includes work with addiction, trauma and abuse, grief, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and common life challenges like relationship communication and family of origin issues. Francesca also focuses on themes such as abandonment, codependency, guilt and shame, and life purpose for young adults and women.
Her approach blends client-centered care, cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior skills, mindfulness practices, and motivational interviewing. In plain terms, she listens closely, helps identify unhelpful patterns, and teaches skills to manage mood and behavior. She encourages small, achievable steps toward clearer thinking and better day-to-day coping.
To begin, Francesca asks people to share what matters most to them so sessions match real needs. Her style is warm, direct, and focused on practical change that fits each person’s life.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
9+ years
Credentials
Florida, Arizona
Languages
English
How Francesca’s Approaches Work Remotely
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding what matters most to the person. The therapist follows the person's lead and helps clarify goals and priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to notice and change thinking and behavior patterns that keep problems going, and it often helps with anxiety, depression, and work stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete skills for handling intense emotions and improving communication and distress tolerance.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Francesca works with people to decide which methods fit their needs and goals. Sessions may include experimenting with different techniques and adjusting plans based on what helps most over time.
The original biography did not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life - for example by avoiding commute time, allowing shorter check-ins during a workday, or removing the need to be on camera when that helps concentration. Licensed professionals can guide practical exercises, homework tasks, and mindfulness practices that translate well to a virtual setting, helping people build coping skills and try new behaviors between meetings.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Francesca help with?
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, career questions, addiction, trauma, grief, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and related issues.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is collaborative and practical, with an emphasis on listening, learning skills, and setting small goals between sessions.
What experience does she bring?
She has nine years of professional experience working with individuals and groups on a wide range of mental health and life concerns.
Which credentials and location are listed?
She holds LPC and LMHC credentials and practices in Florida.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography did not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with Francesca?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.