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Francheska Russell

Therapist
7 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Trauma, PTSD
  • Family therapy, Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

You've already taken a brave step by being here. As a mother, wife, and licensed therapist, I know first hand how hard it can be to put yourself first. With over 6 years of experience, I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, and PTSD, working with adolescents and adults through CBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Cognitive Processing Therapy. Choosing therapy means choosing yourself, and I am honored to walk that journey with you, bringing genuine hope, empowerment, and healing.

My approach to therapy

Every session is built around you. I draw on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) to help you understand how thoughts, feelings, and past experiences shape your present. I also use behavioral approaches to build practical coping skills you can apply between sessions. You set the pace. I hold a nonjudgmental space and bring the tools that fit your goals.

What you can expect from me

Your first session is simply a conversation. You share what feels right, and I listen and learn what brought you here. I won't push you further than you are ready to go. Together, we will map out what healing looks like for you and set goals you actually want to reach. You will leave that first session feeling heard, understood, and ready for the next step.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Direct, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    7 years of experience
  • Training
    MEd (Master of Education) at University Of North Carolina at Pembroke
  • License type
    LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (South Carolina)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Trauma, PTSD
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Panic disorders, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Transgender issues
  • Therapy methods
    Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Behavior Modification, Trauma Focused CBT, Behavioral, Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Care types
    Family therapy, Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English