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Frances He, CA Psychologist

Practical, strength-based help for anxiety and stress

23 years in practice · based in California · sessions in English · online sessions

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About Frances

Frances He is a California-licensed psychologist with 23 years of professional experience. She focuses on practical help for stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and self-esteem concerns. Frances emphasizes straightforward work you can use between sessions to feel steadier and more capable.

She approaches therapy as a collaborative effort. Frances treats each person as the expert on their own life and builds on existing strengths. Sessions typically focus on small, concrete steps that reduce overwhelm and improve daily functioning.

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Background and approach

Frances uses methods drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused therapy. That means she helps people notice unhelpful thinking patterns, try different ways of responding, and set short-term goals that produce real change. Conversations are aimed at practical problem solving rather than long lists of theory.

Clients often bring worries about work, social anxiety, caregiving stress, or major life transitions. Frances also supports people dealing with guilt, shame, isolation, and the fallout of separation or divorce. She helps clarify priorities and break problems into manageable parts.

Sessions are offered in English and take formats like video or phone calls, live chat, or text messaging. The intake begins with a brief questionnaire and scheduling, and Frances works with each person to shape goals that feel useful and realistic.

Using practical approaches in online care

Frances commonly draws on cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused therapy during online sessions. Cognitive behavioral therapy helps people identify and test unhelpful thoughts and adopt small behavior changes to reduce anxiety and low mood. Solution-focused therapy concentrates on current resources and short-term goals, helping clients spot what is already working and build on it.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Frances will listen to your goals, try different techniques, and adjust plans based on what helps you make progress. The partnership is about experimenting with steps that fit your life and measuring small improvements together.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues, phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited, live chat can be used for shorter check-ins, and text-based messaging supports ongoing reflections between appointments. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and keep momentum between sessions.
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Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does Frances address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include caregiver stress, workplace issues, and social anxiety.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Frances uses a practical, collaborative style. She helps clients set short-term goals and practices to try between sessions.
How much experience does she have working with clients?
Frances has 23 years of professional experience helping people with mood, anxiety, and life transition concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is licensed as CA Psychologist 18377 and practices from California.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available online?
Frances offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.

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Experience
23 years
Licensed
California
Languages
English

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