I have been providing therapy for over 28 years to a wide range of clients in terms of age and concerns. My approach is listening to my clients and then deciding together which approach is the most helpful. I am client centered, utilizing a blend of cognitive behavioral, solution focused, strength based interventions. In my experience with survivors of physical, sexual or emotional abuse I incorporate trauma theory that supports healing and management of symptoms.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Adoption and foster care, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Blended family issues, Codependency, Communication problems, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Family problems, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Jealousy, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Personality disorders, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Sexual assault and abuse, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
MA LICSW 1018324
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Extremely knowledgable and helpful. She is helping me through a very difficult time in my life and feel comfortable with her.
Written on Nov 19, 2024 after therapy with Frances for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
She’s lovely and sweet. Very caring and knowledeable
Written on Jun 12, 2024 after therapy with Frances for 9 months on issues concerning addictions, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Frances is caring and honest. I appreciate when she points things out to me. I also like when she rephrases things I’ve said to check for understanding
Written on Apr 18, 2024 after therapy with Frances for 1 year and 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Frances is so amazing and insightful and listens to you with an open heart and attitude. Better yet, not only does she listen but she works with you to unlock your thought patterns and steer you in a healthier direction. I absolutely recommend her for anyone
Written on Jan 16, 2023 after therapy with Frances for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and anger management