Dahlia Francois-Dumitru, LCSW, NY | Psychotherapist

About Dahlia Francois-Dumitru

Focus areas

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Seniors (65+)

Families

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Family Systems

Culturally Sensitive

Gestalt

Family / Marital

Humanistic

Identity

Gender

Female

Sexuality

Straight

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dahlia Francois-Dumitru

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s in Social Work from Adelphi University and 9 years of experience working with patients with mental health and addiction. I provide talk therapy to individuals, families, groups, and couples.

What should a new client know about working with you?

I like to motivate others to do their best and always willing to help my clients see their self-worth. I have experience working with patients with depression, anxiety, trauma bipolar disorder, ADHD, psychosis throughout my hospital career. I want to get to know my clients and work closely them to build trust and respect. I try to find the dignity and worth in every person. I pride myself on being able to work with people from all culture and backgrounds. I am open-minded and will listen to your stories. You are the expert and I am here to provide whether it's intervention, talk therapy and support along your journey. Give your self some grace and know that you can do this. It may not be an easy journey.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

I am a Psychotherapist who uses cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing in my practice. When a client comes to me for the first time, I will listen to their stories and gather information for us to work together as a team. I want to know what brought my clients into treatment; and will provide support to them throughout the therapeutic process. It's not an easy decision a person makes when reaching out to a total stranger for help. I am open minded and loves what I do. My background is in addiction and mental health and I have over 9 years working mostly in hospitals in NYC.

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance

Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork

More information on payments and coverage

I process my payments through headway and will assess you with the process.

Popular visit reasons

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Young Adult Issues

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychosexual Evaluation

Education and background

Practice names

Dahlia Francois

Education and training

Adelphi University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1801584016

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dahlia Francois-Dumitru?

Generally, Dahlia Francois-Dumitru has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dahlia Francois-Dumitru's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Dahlia Francois-Dumitru accepting new patients?

Dahlia Francois-Dumitru generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dahlia Francois-Dumitru's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Dahlia Francois-Dumitru accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Dahlia Francois-Dumitru online?

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What practice does Dahlia Francois-Dumitru work with?

Dahlia Francois-Dumitru works with Dahlia Francois.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dahlia Francois-Dumitru?

Dahlia Francois-Dumitru frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dahlia Francois-Dumitru on their profile.