Natalie Franco, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Natalie Franco

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Anxiety

Drug Addiction

Alcoholism

Bipolar Disorder

Dual Diagnosis

Anger Management

Depression

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Humanistic

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Culturally Sensitive

Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Natalie Franco

Hi. My name is Sarah Franco, LCSW. I have extensive experience working with people who struggle with depression, anxiety, mood swings, thought disturbances, substance use and physical disabilities. My approach I like to take an approach to start where the client is, and to use theoretical models that focus on the "whole" person. I prefer a more eclectic approach to the therapeutic relationship. Some approaches I use are CBT, Trauma Resilience Model, Seeking Safety, Motivational Interviewing and Brief Solution Focused Therapy. My focus I have worked with people who struggle with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and those who self medicate with alcohol or other substances. I prefer working with individuals over the age of 18. My communication style I like to conduct my therapy in a relaxed environment.I want my clients to feel at ease and comfortable with the therapeutic process. I try to use humor to break the ice. I am supportive and encouraging in my approach, and I will only push them because I believe in them. My journey to therapy My family went through a divorce when I was 16, and I went to see a therapist for the first time. I sat in this person's office, in complete awe that someone's job was to listen, support and help put people back together during some of their worst times in life. I wanted to do that, and I have never looked back. I have chosen jobs and internships along the way that helped me gain experience. My goals for you Goals need to be collaborative, and so I will only set and work on goals that my clients want to work on. Goal setting can also be an overwhelming and daunting process, so I help clients try to set realistic, smaller tasks that can help them toward achieving a larger goal for themselves. My first session with you While I do have some information that I need to gather, I want clients to be able to walk away on day one feeling like they are being heard and acknowledged.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Postpartum Depression

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Postpartum Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Jose

Education and training

California State University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1437228525

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What practice does Natalie Franco work with?

Natalie Franco works with Rula Health - San Jose.

What are common reasons for patients to see Natalie Franco?

Natalie Franco frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Natalie Franco on their profile.