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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
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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
I am currently pursuing my licensure for LMFT, under the supervision of a licensed psychiatrist in the state of PA. Approximate completion date is in January, 2011.
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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 and 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, children and adolescents resolving numerous family issues such as behavioral problems(such as ADD-poor attention and concentration, easily distracted, forgetfulness, difficulty with organization and completion of tasks, does not follow directions, interrupt others when they are speaking), ADHD(poor attention, impulsivity and hyperactivity), ODD(defiance, often arguing, blaming, angry). Conduct Disorder(agression to animals or people, destruction of property, decitfulness or theft, serious violations of rules, running away, staying out late, truancy), Sexual reactive/sexual agressive behavior, anger control, difficulties at school, problems at home, self esteem, relationship problems, parenting, etc. I have provided therapy for nearly 8+ years (in community settings and private practice), to families, couples, groups and individuals and have addressed all kinds of issues such as relationship problems, abuse, domestic violence, alcohol & drugs, behavioral disorders, Anxiety disorders: having excessive worry, difficulty concentrating, irritability, restlessness or feeling keyed up, or fears such as fear of loosing control; panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, Stress, sleep disturbance, Mood Disorders: Depression (having low energy or fatigue; feelings or hopelessness), Bipolar (having phases of depressive and manic episodes). Post traumatic stress(such as fear or helplessness, difficulty sleeping or concentrating resulting from traumas), Co-dependency, Personality Disorders(DID, Borderline, Adolescent Anti-social behavior and adult Anti-Social Personality Disorder) and other symptoms which are negatively affecting your life. 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.
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Available Modes Of Communication
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email/chat
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Most Recent Client Reviews (Read all 96 reviews) |
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 by Voulevou on Nov 3 2009
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Thanks Francine.
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by Voulevou on Nov 3 2009
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by Voulevou on Oct 30 2009
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Excellent professional advice and very supportive. Thanks Francine!
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 by mmbenson7 on Oct 26 2009
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by Voulevou on Oct 25 2009
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Francine has a great depth of knowledge and is kind and approachable. Thanks Francine. You've been a great help and look foward to speaking again soon.
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(Read all 96 reviews)
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