Fran Adler , LMSW

Fran Adler is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan who brings 25 years of clinical experience to her therapeutic work. She earned a Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor in 1998, and the LMSW credential indicates advanced graduate training in social work and clinical practice. Fran has provided counseling across private and group settings, supporting people at many stages of life and with a wide range of concerns.

Her experience includes work with teens, couples, families, LGBTQ clients, and individuals from early childhood through older adulthood. Fran has helped clients manage depression, anxiety, stress, relationship and family conflicts, career and work difficulties, grief and loss, trauma and abuse, addiction concerns, and challenges with intimacy, sleep, and eating. She also addresses issues related to caregiving, blended families, chronic illness, codependency, and coping with major life changes.

Fran approaches therapy with an emphasis on acceptance, empathy, and practical strategies to help people move forward. She uses client-centered methods alongside cognitive and narrative techniques to help clients explore their stories, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and build workable solutions. Over the course of her career she has assisted many people in navigating difficult transitions and restoring a sense of agency in their lives.

Those seeking a therapist who combines experienced social work training with a compassionate, collaborative approach may find Fran's background especially relevant for stress, relationship, grief, and life-change work.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Fran Adler

Fran draws on client-centered therapy to create a respectful, empathetic space where clients set the pace and focus of sessions; this approach helps people who need emotional support, validation, and a nonjudgmental listener as they explore personal concerns. Fran also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps clients identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical skills for managing symptoms like anxiety, depression, and stress. Narrative therapy is another tool in her practice, encouraging clients to examine the stories they tell about themselves and develop alternative narratives that support resilience and new ways of relating.

Choosing the right approach is part of therapy, and Fran works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their goals, preferences, and current needs. Together they assess what feels most useful and adjust the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexible options that fit into busy lives - sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to connect from home, work, or while traveling. These formats support consistent care, allow for scheduling convenience, and make it possible to receive therapeutic support without commuting, helping clients maintain momentum in their work toward well-being.