About Debra Francis
Focus areas
Anxiety
Couples Therapy
LGBTQ+ Counseling
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Depression
Stress Management
Counselling For First Responders
Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
Black or African American
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Debra Francis
I view therapy as a collaborative and restorative processâone that honors each clientâs story, culture, and capacity for growth. Every personâs journey is unique, and my role is to walk alongside you as we make sense of your experiences, uncover strengths, and identify patterns that may be keeping you stuck. Therapy is not about fixing who you are, but rediscovering the parts of you that already know how to heal.
My work integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CBT, mindfulness, and strengthbased approaches to help clients manage stress, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and build practical coping tools. I also draw from traumainformed and familysystems perspectives, recognizing the ways relationships, history, and identity shape our emotional lives. These methods allow us to move beyond symptom relief toward deeper, lasting change.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families across the lifespan who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, caregiver stress, and major life transitions. Clients describe my approach as warm, grounded, and collaborativeâa balance of professional guidance and genuine human connection. Together, we work to restore balance, strengthen resilience, and create a renewed sense of purpose, clarity, and hope.
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More information on payments and coverage
Payment is due after each session and will be charged with your card on file for any portion of patient responsibility. Receipts will be provided at the time of the charge. This typically takes place 2-4 weeks after the session, once your insurance has had a chance to process the claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your responsibility to check coverage and out-of-pocket costs for services. For out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider’s self-pay rate, and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan’s benefits.
Popular visit reasons
Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy
Depression
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Therapy
Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy
Depression
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)
Education and background
Practice names
NPI number
1457834129
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Generally, Debra Francis has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Debra Francis's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Debra Francis accepting new patients?
Debra Francis generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Debra Francis's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
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Can I make an appointment with Debra Francis online?
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What practice does Debra Francis work with?
Debra Francis works with Grow Therapy.
What are common reasons for patients to see Debra Francis?
Debra Francis frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Debra Francis on their profile.
What languages does Debra Francis speak?
Debra Francis speaks English.