Valerie Franco (She/her/ella)

M.A.
Accepting Clients

Hello! I’m Valerie, a registered Psychological Associate in California. Bilingual therapist- English/Spanish.

Student Therapist in California
Supervised by Dr. Kyrene Diaz, Psy.D.

Services
  • Individual
  • Family
  • Child
  • Adolescent/Teen
  • Group

About My Clients

I have four years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families in different mental health settings. I am bilingual in English and Spanish. I primarily work with adolescents and young adults who have experienced trauma, anxiety, and/or depression. I also have experience working with individuals and families identify intergenerational patterns that impact both the individual and the family system. I am passionate about helping clients work toward meeting their goals.

My Background and Approach

I am committed to providing culturally sensitive services and welcome different ways of thinking in your treatment. I think the therapist/client relationship is a critical aspect of treatment and encourage clients to openly discuss both concerns and positive experiences about the therapist/client relationship in sessions. I have been trained in Seeking Safety and Trauma Focused-CBT if you prefer a more structured approach to treatment. I tend to take a warm and direct approach in order to make the most out of your time and address things that may be difficult to discuss. Additionally, I will be co-leading various group therapy and wellness groups at Uprise to support individuals. Please feel free to inquire about the groups accepting new members. I am offering a few sliding scale appointments for those who would benefit from some financial relief. Please schedule a free 15- minute consultation to determine if I would be the right therapist for you.

Techniques I Use

Other Techniques
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Family Therapy
  • Play Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy

Issues I Treat

Other Issues
  • Abuse
  • Adoption Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Body Image Issues
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence or Intimate Partner Violence
  • Family Conflict
  • Historical/ Intergenerational Trauma
  • Immigration/Acculturation
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • Teen Issues
  • Women's Issues
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 7 years of practice
  • Languages: English, Español
  • Rate: $125 - 175/session

Reach out to Valerie