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Frances Marley, LPC

Practical support for anxiety and life stressors

9 years in practice · based in Louisiana · sessions in English, French · online sessions

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About Frances

Frances Marley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Louisiana who helps people manage stress and anxiety. She also supports individuals coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, eating concerns, and depression. Frances speaks English and French and brings nine years of clinical experience to her practice.

She aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can talk about thoughts and feelings. Sessions focus on clear goals and practical steps rather than jargon.

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Background and approach

Frances encourages small, achievable changes that add up over time. Her approach blends practical strategies with attention to relationships and meaning. She uses cognitive tools to address unhelpful thinking and emotion-regulation skills to reduce intense reactions.

Attachment-focused ideas help clients understand how past relationships shape current patterns. Frances works collaboratively with each person to identify what matters most to them. She emphasizes building everyday habits that support wellbeing and reduce relapse risk for addictions.

Progress is reviewed often so plans can be adjusted as needed. Clients looking for help with body image, communication problems, caregiver stress, chronic illness, or related concerns will find sessions that address both immediate coping and longer term goals. Frances offers straightforward guidance and steady support as people take steps toward greater balance and ease.

Approach-driven care delivered online

Frances often blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address anxiety and stress. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify personal values and take meaningful action even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings appear. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and practicing new ways of thinking and behaving to reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms.

Finding the right approach is a team effort. Frances will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has helped in the past. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made, keeping the work practical and focused on everyday life.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs. Video works well for deeper weekly sessions, phone can be a simpler check-in with less bandwidth, and text or chat suits brief updates or when a flexible schedule is needed. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, caregiving, or medical routines while keeping the focus on building skills and steady progress.
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Questions people ask

What concerns does Frances focus on?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, eating issues, and depression. She also works on related topics like body image, caregiver stress, and communication problems.
What is her general therapeutic style?
Frances uses a practical, collaborative style. She creates a nonjudgmental space, sets clear goals, and teaches concrete skills to manage feelings and behaviors.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has nine years of professional experience working with a range of concerns including anxiety, trauma, and addictive behaviors.
What credentials and region does she practice in?
She holds a Licensed Professional Counselor credential (LPC) and practices in Louisiana.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and French. She is not available to work with international clients at this time.
What formats are offered for online sessions?
Frances provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Clients can choose the format that fits their routine and comfort level.
How are costs handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability. Therapy uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
9 years
Licensed
Louisiana
Languages
English, French

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