Hi! I am Frances. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Montclair State College and am a licensed social worker in the state of New Jersey. Sometimes anxiety, depression, career challenges, relationships, and life-transitions can put obstacles in our path and keep us from living our best life. My purpose is to provide a safe, supportive environment that empowers clients to reach their personal goals. I use techniques such as psychotherapy, CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing to build clients’ coping skills and foster resiliency. My experience also includes supporting clients who are in recovery and family members who are living with a loved one that is struggling with substance abuse. I am currently working towards my LCSW license under the supervision of Julie Marshall, LCSW at Verne Psychotherapy and Wellness.