- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and depression
- Thoughts and habits
About Francine
Francine Owens is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Tennessee. She brings 28 years of experience to her private practice and focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, and depression.
Her approach is warm and respectful. Sessions aim to be nonjudgmental and compassionate while focusing on practical change. Francine helps people notice patterns in their thinking and everyday habits, then try new ways of coping that fit their life.
She uses a mix of methods drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and client-centered work. That means conversations may include identifying thought patterns, building coping skills, and practicing new behaviors between sessions. Francine also draws on acceptance and commitment ideas and emotionally focused approaches when they fit the goals people bring.
Francine has a Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Tennessee at Memphis. Her background includes long-term clinical practice and private practice experience in Jackson, Tennessee. She describes her style as sensitive and compassionate and aims to tailor sessions to each person’s needs.
Francine welcomes people from diverse backgrounds. She notes an intentional focus on inclusive care for LGBTQ and gender-diverse individuals. To begin, readers are encouraged to use the site’s start process and follow the matching steps to schedule an initial appointment.
Her approach is warm and respectful. Sessions aim to be nonjudgmental and compassionate while focusing on practical change. Francine helps people notice patterns in their thinking and everyday habits, then try new ways of coping that fit their life.
She uses a mix of methods drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and client-centered work. That means conversations may include identifying thought patterns, building coping skills, and practicing new behaviors between sessions. Francine also draws on acceptance and commitment ideas and emotionally focused approaches when they fit the goals people bring.
Francine has a Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Tennessee at Memphis. Her background includes long-term clinical practice and private practice experience in Jackson, Tennessee. She describes her style as sensitive and compassionate and aims to tailor sessions to each person’s needs.
Francine welcomes people from diverse backgrounds. She notes an intentional focus on inclusive care for LGBTQ and gender-diverse individuals. To begin, readers are encouraged to use the site’s start process and follow the matching steps to schedule an initial appointment.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems
Experience
28+ years
Credentials
Tennessee
Languages
English
How certain approaches translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and choosing actions that match personal values. Online sessions can guide exercises that help people accept difficult feelings and move toward meaningful goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful thinking. Through video or phone sessions, a therapist can introduce tools, assign practice tasks, and review progress. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people understand emotional patterns and shift how they relate to strong feelings during conversations. It can be used online to identify emotions and rehearse new responses in session.Finding the right approach is part of therapy. The therapist will work collaboratively to choose methods that fit each person’s concerns, goals, and preferences. That choice may evolve over time as progress and challenges become clearer.
Formats for sessions are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, reduce travel time, or allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Licensed professionals can use remote sessions to teach skills, review homework, and support people as they practice new habits between meetings.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Francine commonly address?
She focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, and depression, with additional attention to issues like adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and family problems.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm, respectful, nonjudgmental, and compassionate. Sessions emphasize practical steps and healthier thinking and behavior patterns.
What kind of clinical background does she have?
Francine has 28 years of clinical experience and a Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Tennessee at Memphis.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Tennessee and practices from that state.
In what languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She accepts international clients as noted in her profile.
How does pricing and session billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.