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Please Note
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Online counseling is not appropriate for all kinds of problems.
If you have suicidal thoughts, it's important that you seek help
immediately. You are not alone.
If you are located in the US, call
1-800-784-2433 or
911 and ask for help. If you are outside the US,
look here
to find the support hotline in your country and area.
Learn more�
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Degrees
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Masters of Science Degree (MS)in psychology; with a specialization in Marriage and Family
Therapy
Certificate in Marriage & Family Therapy
Bachelors of Arts (BA) in psychology
Associate Member, American Association for Marriage and family Therapy
Applied Behavioral Analysis, Functional Behavioral Assessment(FBA)certified
Prepare-Enrich Certified
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My Expert Service
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I provide therapy for emotional; mental health; intrapersonal and inter-personal issues by using innovative methods such as CBT, Solution Focused, and Goal Directed family systems models. Family therapy offers solutions anrd facilitates positive change in seemingly hopeless situation. People typically develop relational styles based on what they have learned from their families. Sometimes these ways of relating to others can be dysfunctional and trigger psychological symptoms and/or relationship problems. Family models can help change these dysfunctional patterns and help people develop healthier styles of relating to others. By speaking with me you can: learn easy ways to deal with common family, personal and relationship difficulties as well as develop solutions for healthier & happier living.
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Experience & Qualifications
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I have provided direct interventions with parents and children resolving numerous family issues such as difficulties with adolescents and young adults, defiance, behavioral problems, anger management, parenting, relationship problems, financial issues, doemstic violence, grief, etc. I have provided therapy for nearly 8+ years, to groups and individuals and have addressed all kinds of issues such as abuse, alcohol & drugs, behavioral disorders,depression, anxiety, grief, post traumatic stress, etc. I believe the best way to get through life is to confront the issue at hand, processing it appropriately and deal with it wisely via exploring options, and simultaneously learn to cope with difficult gridlock problems, which enables you to move forward and to enhance the quality of your life.
I am currently working at an outpatient Drug & Alcohol/Mental Health dual diagnosis program; as an outpatient D&A/MH counselor providing counseling services to individuals 18-60 year olds. I also work at an impatient treatment facility as a head clinician and behavioral specialist consultant providing intervention services to adolescent offenders 14-18 years of age, and their families. My work is devoted to empowering those who are experiencing distress and/or are in difficult situations; to alleviate their symptoms and to overcome their problems. I do this by providing encouragement and support; engendering hope; building confidence; increasing insight of the underlying causes of the symptom or problem; while also focusing on positive thinking and on the unique strengths of individuals and families in order to assist them to adopt a "can do attitude", that can promote change and growth to find a successful path forward in re-establishing yourself and leading a rewarding life.
I am direct and do not sugar coat. If you want to be told what you want to hear, then please choose another Counselor. Also don't come to me and expect a free session, as no often offends.
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Available Modes Of Communication
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email/chat
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Most Recent Client Reviews
(Read all 270 reviews)
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by
Fooker
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Feb 11 2012
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outstanding and helpful
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by
Voulevou
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Jan 26 2012
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Thanks Francine. Absolutely fantastic support and advice.
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by
PeterM
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Jan 4 2012
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Another outstanding session with an outstanding adviser!
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by
self-0riented
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Dec 11 2011
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by
self-0riented
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Dec 4 2011
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(Read all 270 reviews)
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Contact
Francine Carnegie
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