- Stress and anxiety
- CBT and mindfulness
- Relationship struggles
About Francine
Francine Anderson is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 15 years of professional experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, bipolar disorder, depression, ADHD, family concerns, anger, low self-esteem, and life changes.
Francine uses straightforward conversation to help people manage symptoms and make choices that fit their life. She draws on Client-Centered ideas to listen and reflect what matters to each person. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to identify patterns of thinking and test small behavior changes.
Her approach includes practical tools and brief goal-focused work when that is helpful. Mindfulness practices are offered as simple exercises to reduce reactivity and improve focus. Solution-Focused elements help people map small, concrete steps toward the next improvement they want to see.
Sessions emphasize what a person can try between meetings. She will talk through specific coping strategies for panic, mood swings, obsessive thoughts, low motivation, and relationship conflicts. Francine also supports people dealing with guilt, shame, forgiveness, and questions about life purpose.
People seeking care from Francine should know she works in English and is licensed in Illinois. She has experience across a wide range of mood and behavior concerns, including aging and geriatric issues, blended family matters, and multicultural concerns.
Approaches and working online
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters to the person. It helps when someone needs space to clarify values, feelings, and priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors to find patterns that keep problems going and then tests small changes to reduce symptoms and improve functioning. Mindfulness Therapy offers short practices to reduce reactivity and increase focus, useful for anxiety, panic, and mood swings.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals and try different methods together to see what fits best. That collaborative process means goals, pace, and techniques are decided with the client rather than imposed.
Session logistics are not specified in the profile, so confirm available formats before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, reduce commute time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules demand it. If you need specific arrangements for work, study, or caregiving, note those when you book so practical options can be discussed.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, bipolar disorder, depression, ADHD, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style?
She combines Client-Centered listening with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness practices, plus solution-focused steps to try between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of professional experience working with mood and behavior concerns.
Is she a licensed clinician and where is she based?
She holds an Illinois LCPC and practices in Illinois.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking as formats are not specified in the profile.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
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