- Client-centered care
- Practical coping tools
- Life and caregiver stress
About Frances
Frances "Francie" Pratte is a licensed marriage and family therapist who centers conversations on each person's strengths. She frames therapy around what matters to the client and creates space for honest talk about stress, anxiety, relationships, anger, self-esteem, and depression. Francie acknowledges that starting therapy takes courage and she aims to make that first step feel respected.
Francie draws on more than 21 years of professional experience, including work as a registered nurse. That background informs a practical, down-to-earth approach to common life challenges. She listens first, then helps people find workable steps forward that fit their daily lives.
Her work includes attention to caregiver stress, communication problems, first responder issues, guilt and shame, and questions about life purpose. She also supports people facing panic attacks and the emotional sides of pregnancy and childbirth. Sessions focus on clear goals and small changes that add up over time.
Francie uses Client-Centered Therapy to follow the client’s lead and create a respectful, collaborative pace. She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy when helpful to identify unhelpful patterns and to build practical tools for coping and change.
She is licensed as an LMFT in California and conducts therapy in English. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
How therapeutic approaches shape online work
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and following the client’s priorities, helping the therapist respond to what matters most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes to reduce anxiety and depression. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on practical steps and short-term goals to move forward when feeling stuck.Finding the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will work with each person to decide which methods suit their needs, goals, and preferences. That means trying strategies, checking in about what helps, and adjusting the plan as progress is made.
The biography does not specify which online session formats are used, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make therapy easier to fit into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people try approaches that focus on concrete skills and goal-setting from their everyday environment.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
21+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Francie address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. Additional focuses include caregiver stress, communication problems, first responder issues, guilt and shame, life purpose, panic attacks, and pregnancy and childbirth.
What is her therapy style like?
She uses a client-centered approach that follows the person’s lead and emphasizes strengths. She also incorporates CBT and solution-focused techniques when helpful to build tools and set concrete goals.
How much experience does she have?
Francie has 21 years of professional experience, including previous work as a registered nurse. That background shapes a practical, grounded way of working.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is licensed as an LMFT in California and provides services from that location. Sessions are conducted in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are offered in English to people in California.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking to be sure they fit your needs.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with Francie?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.