Derek Franco (he/him)

MA in Clinical Psychology
Accepting Clients

Hi! My name is Derek, and I am a Doctoral level Student Therapist currently based out of Avellar-Warden Psychological Associates in Pitt PA.

Student Therapist in Pennsylvania
Supervised by Dr. Chelsea Chase / PsyD. Clinical Psychology

Services
  • Individual
  • Couples

About My Clients

Life is full of difficult transitions and experiences. At times these experiences may leave us feeling hopeless, stuck, isolated, anxious and unsure of what to do, or trapped within cycles we just can't seem to break away from. My goal is to assist those who come to see me with navigating their most pressing and unique concerns through the combination of a safe, supportive relationship and trust in the human potential for self-reflection and change.

My Background and Approach

I practice from an Existential-Integrative perspective, incorporating elements from psychodynamic, interpersonal and experiential techniques in my work with clients. This approach extends beyond your symptoms and into an exploration of what it means for you to live a fulfilling life, as well as what may be holding you back. Wellness is experienced differently by everyone and together we can explore what it means for you to live well and begin the process of working towards that together. I know that making the decision to seek help can bring up difficult feelings, which is why as a therapist I seek to create an honest, authentic, and supportive relationship with my clients. Through this we can work together to address your most immediate concerns, while also using our time as an opportunity to develop a deeper relationship with yourself.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Existential Therapy Experiential Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Anxiety Relationship Issues
Other Issues
  • Aging Concerns
  • Anger Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Body Image Issues
  • Burnout
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Gender Identity Therapy
  • Grief or Loss
  • Historical/ Intergenerational Trauma
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Men's Issues
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Sexual Problems
  • Spirituality
  • Veterans/Military Service
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 2 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $35 - 90/session

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