About Dr. Laura Franco
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English, Italian
Getting to know Dr. Laura Franco
As the owner of Life Solutions Services, a practice dedicated to offering a comprehensive range of services-such as individual and couples psychotherapy, medication management, and Discernment Counseling-I am proud to lead a team of skilled and experienced clinicians. I often tell new clients that it takes immense courage to reach out and begin their journey toward better mental health. By deciding to contact a therapist and schedule your first appointment, you are taking a significant step in regaining control over your life. I commend you for starting this journey and for taking the time to find a clinician you feel you can trust.
I hold a Master's in Social Work from the University of Trieste and a PhD from the American Academy of Clinical Sexology, which inform my approach to care. Our main specialties include relationships (couples, family), depression, anxiety, trauma, first responders/military, grief/loss, substance abuse, and working with the LGBTQ community (particularly Gender Dysphoria). We use only scientifically based approaches such as EMDR, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Discernment Counseling.
We are compassionate and straightforward, believing therapy should be a collaborative relationship between clinician and client. We provide both in-person and online psychotherapy and medication management. Additionally, we offer supervision to Clinical Social Workers in the state of Florida.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Dr. Franco is a highly experienced psychotherapist with a career spanning over 16 years across various clinical settings in the United States and Europe. As the owner of Life Solutions Services, she is committed to offering a comprehensive range of services, including psychotherapy, medication management, Discernment Counseling, and psychological evaluations tailored specifically for immigration purposes.
Dr. Franco holds a Doctorate Degree in Clinical Sexology, a unique field that allowed her to specialize in the treatment of sexual trauma, female sexual dysfunctions, and gender dysphoria.
Dr Franco is a Certified Trauma Specialist ad is a member of the Trauma Institute International. She has extensive experience with PTSD and is trained in the Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing approach (EMDR). She actively collaborates with the Franciscan Center of South Tampa in facilitating their First Responders Post Trauma Training, a unique program tailored to help police personnel, EMTs and firefighter’s in processing and resolving traumas associated with their line of work.
Dr Franco is trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), an approach based on the scientific study of attachment theories, adult love and bonding processes in relationships. This approach is designed to address distress in the intimate relationships of adults. Beyond its application in couples therapy, EFT strategies are versatile and can effectively enhance emotional attachment and connectivity within family dynamics.
Additionally, Dr. Franco is trained in Discernment Counseling, an innovative approach uniquely designed for couples facing uncertainty in their relationship. This method is particularly beneficial when one partner is hesitant about the future of the relationship (leaning out), while the other is committed to reconciliation and growth (leaning in). Through Discernment Counseling, Dr. Franco assists couples in navigating this delicate juncture, providing guidance and support t
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $150 for 50 minutes
Ongoing session: $150 for 50 minutes
Office location
Dr. Laura Franco, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Trieste, Master's in Social Work
- American Academy of Clinical Sexology (PhD)
NPI number
1154623312
How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Laura Franco?
Generally, Dr. Laura Franco has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Franco's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Dr. Laura Franco accepting new patients?
Dr. Laura Franco generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Franco's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Dr. Laura Franco accept my insurance?
Choose your insurance plan to verify if Dr. Franco is in-network.
Can I make an appointment with Dr. Laura Franco online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Dr. Franco using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Dr. Laura Franco work with?
Dr. Laura Franco works with Life Solutions Services.
Where is Dr. Laura Franco's office located?
Dr. Laura Franco has 2 office locations, including in Brandon and Merritt Island, view full addresses on Dr. Franco's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Laura Franco?
Dr. Laura Franco frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Therapy, and Transgender Care. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Laura Franco on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Laura Franco speak?
Dr. Laura Franco speaks English and Italian.