- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and LGBTQ
- CBT and ACT approaches
About Victor
Dr. Victor Franco is an LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) based in New York with 23 years of clinical experience. He works with young adults and others on common problems such as stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship strain, grief, and issues related to identity and intimacy. He speaks English and Spanish and accepts international clients.
Victor uses a mix of therapeutic approaches drawn from his background in cognitive psychology, neuroscience, and psychoanalytic studies. In sessions he focuses on practical skills and clearer thinking. He helps people notice patterns that cause pain and test small changes to daily routines and relationships.
He has extensive experience supporting LGBTQ people and trauma survivors, including work at a large organization in New York. That background informs how he talks about safety, boundaries, and coping after distressing events. He also addresses concerns like body image, eating-related issues, and sexual diversity, including kink and alternative sex culture.
His style blends Acceptance and Commitment ideas, attachment work, client-centered listening, and cognitive behavioral techniques. Conversations tend to be direct and focused on what a person wants to change or accept next. He encourages clear goals and small experiments between sessions.
Clients can expect practical homework, reflective conversation, and attention to cultural and language needs. He aims to help people identify strengths, manage symptoms, and find clearer ways to handle life choices in early adulthood and beyond.
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts without getting stuck in them and then take values-based actions. It is often useful for anxiety, stress, and decisions that feel overwhelming. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and uses exercises to test unhelpful beliefs and build new habits. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and managing symptoms.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to pick methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. That means trying techniques, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan over time rather than committing to one method from the start.
Practical benefits of working online include fitting sessions into a busy student or work week and making it easier to keep appointments without long travel. If you prefer specific session formats, confirm the options before booking because the biography does not list formats. Online sessions can allow shorter check-ins, camera-off phone conversations when bandwidth is limited, or regular meetings that slot into a lunch break or evening routine. Licensed professionals can use these choices to help therapy fit daily life.
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Experience
23+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, career concerns, and many other areas listed in his profile.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses direct, practical conversation with evidence-informed techniques like CBT and ACT alongside attachment-focused and client-centered work.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 23 years of experience working in mental health settings, including work with trauma survivors in New York.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LMHC licensed in New York and practices from that location.
Does he work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish, and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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