About Teresa Franz
Focus areas
Abandonment issues
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Self Esteem Issues
Anxiety
Postpartum Anxiety
Women's Mental Health Issues
Childhood Trauma
Relationship Struggles
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
AEDP
Coaching
Attachment-based
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Christian Counseling
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
StraightFaith
ChristianEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Teresa Franz
Maybe you've been thinking about therapy for a while. You've googled therapists, reading their profiles, looking for the right one. Maybe you've even called a few and haven't heard back, or you just haven't clicked with them. They aren't the right fit.
Or maybe you've tried therapy before and haven't felt safe enough to open up. You need someone who makes you feel completely seen and accepted, someone you trust, and someone who is an expert in helping people change with highly individualized treatment.
My name is Teresa Franz, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas. I earned my Master's in Social Work from the University of Texas. I am a mother of two teens, and believe me, I get the struggle! I'm a Christian and offer Christian Counseling but work with people of all backgrounds.
I am passionate about helping women in their 20s to 50s conquer that inner negative voice that screams, “You're not good enough!” Whether you are struggling with relationships, career stress, past trauma, or-my favorite-mom guilt and other parenting stress, I can help! I've helped women work through marriage struggles, in-law stress, miscarriages, and being a frazzled mom of littles and teens. My clients feel supported, seen, and equipped with new strategies to embrace life again!
I tell EVERYONE that therapy is a relationship, and just like in dating, it can take time to find the right one.
What should a new client know about working with you?
A lot of my clients had gone to therapy for years without getting better before working with me, and wonder what is different.
I am not just a "supportive therapist." While you talk, we will actively work together to help you identify what your values are, how to change old patterns of thinking, and to finally get to know your authentic self. You will learn to trust yourself and live with confidence and joy.
You can expect acceptance, care, and compassion sprinkled with lots of validation and some humor. I bring my whole self into therapy, and I invite you to do the same.
I'm a very relational therapist, and you will find a supportive, no-judgment zone in working with me. You can't do therapy wrong. You just need to show up and let me guide you to a healthier you.
I am a brain science nerd, and I love to learn, so everything we do in session is based on the best available research to help you heal. I have trained in 5 types of trauma therapy, attachment-based therapy, somatic and embodiment therapies, DBT, EMDR, CBT, AEDP, EFT, CPT, ERP, and more. I try to bring the best from my knowledge to help with your specific situation to get you feeling better fast.
Most of my clients have found me through their family or friends who have done therapy with me in the past. The fact that so many people trust me with their loved ones is a true honor.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
In the first few sessions, you can share about what you've been experiencing and I'll get some background information so we can decide together how we can help you get support, learn coping skills, and get to the root of the problems. I always try to leave you understanding yourself a bit more and with practical tools to use right away. We will create a treatment plan together and set goals on what you want to change.
We usually meet weekly for the first few months to build good momentum so you feel better fast. Once you feel better, we can continue weekly or move to biweekly depending on what level of care you need. In times of crisis or intense situations, we may meet more frequently if needed. Your care is tailored to you.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $175 for 55 minutes
Ongoing session: $150 for 55 minutes
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Texas, Master's in Social Work
Professional memberships
- Austin IN Connection
NPI number
1912519141
How soon can I make an appointment with Teresa Franz?
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Is Teresa Franz accepting new patients?
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What practice does Teresa Franz work with?
Teresa Franz works with Hope Tribe Counseling PLLC.
What are common reasons for patients to see Teresa Franz?
Teresa Franz frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Teresa Franz on their profile.
What languages does Teresa Franz speak?
Teresa Franz speaks English.