About Francis
Francis Lopez is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida with four years of professional experience. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and the effects of trauma and abuse. Francis aims to create a respectful and compassionate space where a person can start to feel heard.
She adapts conversations and plans to each person's situation. Sessions are practical and focused on small steps that build confidence and coping.
How Francis works
Francis addresses issues such as low self-esteem, guilt and shame, impulsivity, and feelings of isolation through clear, direct conversation. People also come to her for help with life changes, finding purpose, and navigating midlife transitions. She works with panic disorder, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, social anxiety, and phobia concerns in straightforward terms.
Francis emphasizes building self-love and healthier day-to-day routines. Her approach is collaborative: she listens, offers feedback, and adjusts strategies as progress is made. She encourages realistic goals and practical tools that fit into busy lives.
The focus is on small, sustainable changes rather than quick fixes. Beginning therapy can feel hard, and Francis acknowledges that courage is required to take that step. She supports people through the process and helps them move toward a more fulfilling, happier life.
What Francis works with
The areas below are the ones Francis selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
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Training and background
| Register | LMHC |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 4 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Florida |
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Online support options
Evidence-based approaches and flexible online care
Francis uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions in clear, practical ways. One approach focuses on addressing trauma-related symptoms and teaching grounding and coping skills to reduce intense reactions and day-to-day distress. Another approach targets anxiety and panic by teaching breathing strategies, gradual exposure to feared situations, and step-by-step plans to lower avoidance and increase confidence.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Francis listens to the person's concerns, discusses options, and adjusts methods based on needs, goals, and preferences. She encourages people to try techniques and gives feedback so the plan can be refined together.
Online therapy offers several practical benefits for her practice. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when tone and facial cues matter. Phone sessions can be a good choice when bandwidth is limited or when a check-in during a short break is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging work well for brief updates, ongoing support between sessions, or for people who prefer writing over speaking. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and keep momentum between meetings.
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