Westly Francois, LCSW, GA | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

“Wes is a highly skilled therapist that knows how to be direct when needed, and how to slow down when appropriate. He has extensively trained in EMDR, and as experience working with trauma and high functioning professionals. Wes is warm, supportive, and empathetic. I highly recommend working with Wes if you are looking for someone to guide you on your healing journey!”

MMLess than 1 month ago

“I recommend Westly for EMDR therapy for Black men. His approach is warm and he clearly understands professionals who are balancing careers and personal demands. He seamlessly helps people work their body and cognitive experience to find a sense of being grounded. ”

SRLess than 1 month ago

About Westly Francois

Focus areas

EMDR Therapy

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

EMDR

Identity

Gender

Male

Sexuality

Straight

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

Creole (Haitian), English

Getting to know Westly Francois

You’re holding it all together but it doesn’t feel that way inside. Your mind doesn’t shut off, even when things are quiet. You keep pushing through, but it’s starting to catch up with you. You’re a professional balancing career, relationships, and expectations. You don’t fall apart, you push through, but it’s costing you. The stress follows you home. Sitting in your car trying to decompress. Lying in bed replaying the day while your mind won’t slow down. It’s showing up in your body, your mood, and your relationships. You’re the one people rely on, but you rarely have space to exhale. Something still feels unresolved.

What should a new client know about working with you?

I use EMDR to help you work through what’s been weighing on you and the patterns that keep showing up. We start with real moments, sitting in your car trying to come down from the day or lying in bed while your mind won’t slow down and trace them back to what’s underneath, so they stop driving your reactions and you feel more in control.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

If you’ve been holding everything together but feel like you’re running on empty, you don’t have to keep pushing through like this. Book your consultation today. That’s the first step toward real, lasting change.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety

Childhood Trauma

Cognitive Therapy

Depression

Marriage Counseling

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Anxiety

Childhood Trauma

Cognitive Therapy

Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Healthy Mind, Healthy Heart Counseling

Education and training

Florida A&M University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1629443932

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

5.00

Wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

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3 reviews

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Wes is a highly skilled therapist that knows how to be direct when needed, and how to slow down when appropriate. He has extensively trained in EMDR, and as experience working with trauma and high functioning professionals. Wes is warm, supportive, and empathetic. I highly recommend working with Wes if you are looking for someone to guide you on your healing journey!

Less than 1 month agoMM

I recommend Westly for EMDR therapy for Black men. His approach is warm and he clearly understands professionals who are balancing careers and personal demands. He seamlessly helps people work their body and cognitive experience to find a sense of being grounded.

Less than 1 month agoSR

I highly recommend this therapist for high functioning Black men seeking meaningful, effective support. They integrate EMDR therapy in a skillful way for clients who appear put together on the outside but struggling with unresolved experiences on the inside. If you’re looking for culturally responsive care and EMDR therapy, I strongly recommend this clinician.

Less than 1 month agoCM

Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Westly Francois?

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

Is Westly Francois accepting new patients?

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

Does Westly Francois accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Westly Francois online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Westly Francois using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Westly Francois work with?

Westly Francois works with Healthy Mind, Healthy Heart Counseling.

What are common reasons for patients to see Westly Francois?

Westly Francois frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Westly Francois on their profile.

What languages does Westly Francois speak?

Westly Francois speaks English and Creole (Haitian).

How do patients rate Westly Francois in reviews?

3 patients have reviewed Westly Francois. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.