About

Francesca Cochard is a licensed professional counselor practicing in Pennsylvania who brings six years of experience in the mental health field. She focuses primarily on supporting children, adolescents, and families affected by trauma and other stress-related disorders, and she has worked with at-risk youth in the juvenile justice system as well as with children and teens in foster care.

In addition to trauma-focused work, Francesca has experience treating anxiety, difficulties with anger management, mood disorders, and family conflict. Her therapeutic approach is client-centered and humanistic - she treats each person as the expert in their own life while guiding internal awareness, interpersonal change, and healing.

Francesca begins treatment where each client is and adapts interventions to meet individual needs, taking into account cultural identities and lifestyle factors that shape experience. She uses evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), and Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP).

Francesca holds state licensure to practice as a professional counselor in Pennsylvania, listed under the credential PA LPC PC013651, and she offers appointments Monday through Friday from 9:15 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. Earlier or later times and weekend slots may be available by request. She typically responds at least once each morning and once each evening, and clients may also schedule live sessions in advance.

Please note that this service is not intended for crisis situations or immediate emergencies. If someone is in crisis, they should call 911 or local emergency services, or contact 1-800-273-8255 to speak with someone right away.

Location:
Pennsylvania, United States
Years Experience:
6
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Anger, Family, Grief, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Addictions, ADHD, Adoption, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Bipolar, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic illness, Chronic pain, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Compulsion, Control issues, Coping with life changes, Dependent personality, Depression, Disability, Disaster relief therapy, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce, Domestic violence, Eating, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Foster care, Gambling, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Obsession, OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Parenting, Personality disorders, Phobias, Porn, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Relationship, Relationship, Self esteem, Self-harm, Self-love, Separation, Sex addiction, Sexual dysfunction, Sexual trauma, Sexuality, Sleeping, Smoking, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Traumatic brain injury, Trichotillomania, Vaping, Veterans, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: PA LPC PC013651
  • NPI Number: 1205506839
  • License: LPC (Pennsylvania) #PC013651 exp 2027-02-28

Is Online Therapy the Right Choice for Your Mental Health Journey?

Many people ask whether remote therapy can truly make a difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or managing life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

A major benefit of virtual care is flexibility - clients can connect in the format that suits them best, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This adaptability often makes it easier to incorporate therapy into a busy schedule.

Licensed professionals provide online therapy, and clients are free to request a different therapist at any time if they feel a different fit would be helpful. Overall, online therapy can offer convenient access to skilled therapists while addressing a wide range of common mental health needs.

How much experience does Francesca Cochard have?

Francesca Cochard has six years of experience providing mental health services.

Is Francesca Cochard a licensed therapist?

Yes. Francesca Cochard is licensed to practice as a professional counselor in Pennsylvania (PA LPC PC013651).

In which languages does Francesca Cochard provide therapy?

Francesca Cochard provides therapy in English.

Where is Francesca Cochard located?

Francesca Cochard is located in Pennsylvania.

How can I work with Francesca Cochard as my therapist?

You can work with Francesca Cochard by Phone, Video, Live Chat, or Messaging.

Does Francesca Cochard work with international clients?

Francesca Cochard does work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Francesca Cochard cost?

Costs can vary based on location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Starting therapy is straightforward. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a brief questionnaire to help match you with Francesca. Depending on availability, your first session can then be scheduled by phone, video, live chat, or in-app messaging.