- Adults over 40
- Depression and burnout
- Caregiver and illness support
About Francisca
Many people in their 40s and older come because work, family, or health concerns have drained their energy. Francisca helps clients talk through low mood, lack of motivation, irritability, and a shrinking sense of meaning. She also supports people facing caregiving stress, chronic illness, cancer, and end-of-life concerns through presence and practical strategies.
Her approach is supportive and solution-focused. Sessions look at patterns and stressors and then build small, manageable steps to change daily life. She emphasizes strategies that fit into a busy schedule and that can be tried between meetings.
Francisca draws on six years of clinical experience in Texas to help people find more balance. She pays attention to family of origin issues, communication problems, and struggles with guilt, shame, or forgiveness. Those themes often come up when people describe feeling stuck.
If someone wants to work on self-esteem, depression, or relationship strain within the demands of midlife, she helps them create realistic goals. Starting therapy is framed as a collaborative process where progress is built one step at a time.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
6+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English
Evidence-based approaches and online care
Francisca uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques aimed at practical change. One common approach focuses on identifying unhelpful patterns and replacing them with small, doable habits that improve mood and energy. This kind of work helps when depression shows up as fatigue, lack of motivation, or irritability.Another approach emphasizes coping skills for stress and caregiving challenges. It teaches ways to manage daily demands, set boundaries, and reduce burnout so people can function better amid ongoing responsibilities. These techniques are useful for chronic illness, caregiver strain, and cancer-related stress.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That shared decision-making can be adjusted as progress is made.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, shorten the time needed for appointments, and reduce travel. It can also allow for quicker check-ins between office visits so therapeutic work continues between meetings.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, and life transitions common in midlife. Additional focus areas include caregiver stress, chronic illness, cancer-related concerns, and hospice and end-of-life counseling.
How would you describe the therapy style?
The style is supportive and practical, with an emphasis on identifying patterns and building manageable steps. Sessions focus on what can be tried between meetings to reduce overwhelm.
What experience does she bring?
She has six years of clinical experience working with adults, with a focus on depression, burnout, and aging-related concerns. That background shapes a pragmatic approach to midlife challenges.
What credentials and region apply?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in Texas.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.