Francis Clark , LPC

Francis Clark is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She earned a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from William Carey University in 2003 and has provided clinical care to people facing depression, anxiety, PTSD, behavior disorders, dual diagnosis, and interpersonal relationship concerns.

Her counseling style is warm and accepting, with an emphasis on meeting each person where they are. She favors cognitive behavioral therapy because of its active, skills-based focus on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Francis concentrates on helping clients narrow the gap between their present circumstances and the future they hope to build, prioritizing improved communication, trust, and practical change.

She collaborates with clients to develop recovery plans that support forward movement rather than remaining stuck, working to shift thoughts, moods, and behaviors so clients can build a more satisfying life. Francis values a therapeutic process that produces tangible improvements and encourages clients to take purposeful steps toward their goals.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Francis uses evidence-informed approaches that translate well to online sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT helps clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical strategies to change thoughts and behaviors; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and managing day-to-day stressors. Dialectical Behavior Therapy - DBT emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, offering concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving relationships. Mindfulness Therapy focuses on cultivating present-moment awareness and nonjudgmental attention, which can reduce reactivity and support stress management and focus.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Francis works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress is made. Licensed professionals can blend these approaches to match the client rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.

Online therapy offers practical benefits such as flexible scheduling and easier access to care. Sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging allow clients to engage from home or other convenient locations, making it simpler to maintain continuity of care and integrate therapeutic work into a busy life.