Frances McNamara , LPC

Frances McNamara is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has worked in the mental health field for 15 years. Her clinical experience spans common concerns such as adjustment disorders, anxiety, depression, and ADHD as well as severe and persistent mental illness, including bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and personality disorders.

She brings an authentic, present-focused stance to sessions and is specifically trained in cognitive and dialectical approaches along with client-centered and emotion-focused therapies. Frances aims to create a respectful space where clients can process the distinctive and very real circumstances of their lives while naming both successes and barriers encountered along the way.

Frances emphasizes the strength and courage required to seek help and frames her role as a collaborative companion, walking alongside clients as they work toward greater health, resilience, and well-being.

Could Virtual Therapy Fit Your Needs?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can actually help. For a range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and life transitions - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

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Licensed professionals provide care remotely, and you have the option to switch therapists anytime if you need a different fit. For many people, virtual therapy offers a practical and effective pathway to consistent support and progress.