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Whitney Franco

Therapist
6 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, PTSD
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

I have 9 years of experience as a licensed therapist supporting individuals through a wide range of emotional and life challenges. For me, this work is more than a career—it is a true calling that I feel honored to live out each day. My passion is helping clients find clarity, healing, and growth by creating a safe and compassionate space. I believe therapy is not just about addressing struggles, but about empowering you to live more authentically and fully.

My approach to therapy

My approach is client-centered and solution-focused, integrating techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness practices, somatic approaches, and trauma-informed care. I work with clients to process both present challenges and past experiences, helping them assign new meaning to events in ways that support healing and transformation. My goal is to meet you where you are and provide tools that foster resilience, balance, and growth.

What you can expect from me

In our first session, you can expect a welcoming, nonjudgmental environment where you have the opportunity to share your story at your own pace. I will ask thoughtful questions to better understand your goals, strengths, and challenges, while we begin to identify areas you’d like to focus on in therapy. Together, we will create a collaborative plan that honors your values and sets the foundation for meaningful change.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Humorous, Solution Oriented, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    6 years of experience
  • Training
    MEd (Master of Education) at University of North Carolina at Pembroke
  • License type
    LCMHC (Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor) (North Carolina)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Trauma Focused CBT, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Behavior Modification, Behavioral Couples Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Relational, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Somatic, Strength-Based, Behavioral
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English