I am licensed in Texas with eight (8) years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, anxiety, PTSD, C-PTSD, relationship issues, anger management, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I teach how to build skills using strategies that through practice helps you create changes in your life. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Professional experience
8 yrs in practice
AddictionsRelationshipsAnger managementSelf esteem, MotivationCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Antisocial personality, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Trichotillomania, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
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I've had so far two session with Francesca and it's been great. I like how direct she is and goes to the point of her sessions. She is clearly an experience therapy. She pays a lot of attention and hears you out and making sure you finish what you have to say. I appreciate the fact that she makes sure that you really understand what's happening, why it's like that etc.. She will break things down for better understanding. It's also great that she goes and check ups on her clients . I would highly recommend her :)) I feel enlightened and onto a good path after having my sessions with her.
Written on Jan 28, 2026 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Smart
Written on Dec 05, 2025 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
Thanks for being here
Written on Nov 08, 2025 after therapy with Francesca for 2 years and 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
Great listener. Challenges my thoughts. Great guidance instructor
Written on Oct 15, 2025 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
I only had 2 sessions with Miss O’Connor, but she was both patient and attentive during conversations.
Written on Oct 12, 2025 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and adhd
My therapist is great. I am off to a wonderful start and feeling grateful.
Written on Sep 29, 2025 after therapy with Francesca for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
Francesca is knowledgeable of my disease process and attentive
Written on Sep 23, 2025 after therapy with Francesca for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and lgbt
What i have experienced thus far has been positive and thought provoking. Looking forward to a season of growth
Written on Sep 12, 2025 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and compassion fatigue
Extremely a pleasure to communicate with. Caring, compassionate and genuine. We laugh and cry together! I feel a strong bond and am thankful for Francesca.
Written on Sep 11, 2025 after therapy with Francesca for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I’m so relaxed in my sessions with Francesca and I’m comfortable sharing. I respect her expertise as the questions and advice makes a lot of sense.
Written on Sep 02, 2025 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, career difficulties, and coaching
Francesa makes me feel very heard during our therapy sessions. Her tools have been a huge help and have really made an impact in my life.
Written on Aug 22, 2025 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd
She really just listens and is very gentle about what she has to say.
Written on Jul 31, 2025 after therapy with Francesca for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coa
She is kind, and understanding, she explains things and gives me real world applications to help me change the way I think. She is wonderful.
Written on Jul 25, 2025 after therapy with Francesca for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Francesca is very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. I've tried therapy before, and could not connect with my therapist. I'm glad I was referred to this platform.
Written on Jun 18, 2025 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
Mrs. Francesca is a great listener and great at providing tools and strategies to help direct me to my goal of being a better me. I look forward to her sessions and I’m excited to see what the future brings.
Written on Jun 05, 2025 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She is amazing and super responsive. Along with super helpful and caring.
Written on Jun 04, 2025 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Francesca is personable and easygoing and I would recommend her to everyone.
Written on Oct 09, 2024 after therapy with Francesca for 7 months on issues concerning family conflicts, sleeping disorders, anger management, coaching, and adhd
Francesca is a wonderful therapist! She's a great listener and helps me identify things I can work on to be my best self.
Written on Jun 28, 2024 after therapy with Francesca for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, and coping with life changes
amazing therapist has helped in many ways
Written on Jun 13, 2024 after therapy with Francesca for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Francesca O'Connor is a great Therapist who listens to your concerns and helps you find ways to get through the issues you have. The key is to be totally honest about what is happening with you so Francesca can help you. I highly recommend Francesca as a Therapist!
Written on Jun 07, 2024 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Francesca is changing the course of my family's future by being the first professional to hear my daily challenges and difficulties and shifting my focus to the here and now despite the work I need to do and helping me feel less afraid in the process.
Written on Apr 15, 2024 after therapy with Francesca for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Francesca is great! She knows exactly where to start with the challenges I present and is very action oriented. She checks in with me so I know that she is sincere and cares.I appreciate her guidance, knowledge and dedication.
Written on Mar 06, 2024 after therapy with Francesca for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Francesca is an absolute answer to prayer! She listens, asks questions, gives good advice, makes pertinent suggestions. I am so happy to have my weekly sessions with her,
Written on Feb 06, 2024 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Ms. Francesca has been a breath of fresh air. I truly appreciate her and her wisdom. She challenges me to think differently and look at things in a different way. She takes her time and is very gentle but brutally honest about her observation regarding me.
Written on Jan 04, 2024 after therapy with Francesca for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She is amazing at calling me on my problem and guiding me through the feeling I have
Written on Oct 17, 2023 after therapy with Francesca for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
Love, Love, Love her. She is amazing. She is a great listener and explains topics very well. I feel like a new person every time I finish a session with her because she helps me understand so much about myself and want to keep bettering. Truly a great experience to have her as my therapist!!!
Written on Sep 24, 2023 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Francesca is amazing! Very professional and easy to talk too. Her communication knowledge is proficient and I am glad she is my therapist.
Written on Aug 04, 2023 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and anger management
She is very sweet. She always makes sure that I feel safe and respected and I never feel judged. I feel happy knowing I have such a supportive person backing me up!
Written on Jul 16, 2023 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
I’ve only had two sessions with her so far but both times have been very informative and helped me a lot - she has given me so many different things to think about and read on in regards to the situation I am going through. She’s also such a great listener and has been so kind to me. I’m really thankful to her!
Written on Jun 11, 2023 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
She has actively helped me grow into a better person. Through her kind words and insights I have been able to see what’s best for me and my mental health.
Written on Jun 10, 2023 after therapy with Francesca for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
She's respectful and kind, and responds in a timely manner. I've only had her for a little while, but I enjoy talking to her.
Written on Jun 04, 2023 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
I have only met with Francesca a few times and she gets me and has a fresh and kind way of helping me understand how I can help myself be a better person. She is very human and not stiff the way some therapist have been in the past. It is more like a conversation with a really smart, non-judgmental friend who is not afraid to ask tough questions to prompt me to think deeper and believe more in myself.
Written on May 23, 2023 after therapy with Francesca for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, coping with life changes, and coaching
Francesca is the best! She is so patient and helps me to work through issues by asking just the right questions.
Written on May 03, 2023 after therapy with Francesca for 3 months on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and bipolar disorder
Francesca is exactly what I need in a therapist. She listens more than she speaks. But when she speaks it makes so much sense and helps a lot. She’s not there to judge you and she is easy to open up to.
Written on Apr 12, 2023 after therapy with Francesca for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and anger management
Francesca is amazing, I feel a strong connection with her - she is empathetic, a wonderful active listener and ask thought Leo idling questions as well as provides guidance to help identify and work thru opportunities. Francesca is 10 out of 10 and I’ve already recommended her to people I’ve shared with. Our sessions have been amazing and I’m grateful for this experience to do the work and grown into a healthy version of myself.
Written on Apr 10, 2023 after therapy with Francesca for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
I had a wonderful experience with Francesca. I’m in disbelief of how much progress I made in such a short amount of time with her!! Her knowledge and her ability to genuinely care to help is truly special, and I would recommend her to anyone I know looking for help. She made me feel very comfortable from the beginning that I had no trouble opening up to her, she’s a great listener, patient and honest, all qualities of a great therapist. Im extremely grateful for her help and would 100% recommend!!
Written on Mar 29, 2023 after therapy with Francesca for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
This review is long overdue. Sought out betterment for relationship trouble, specifically communication issues with my GF. Am so grateful to have been paired with Francesca, who's as knowledgeable as she is warm hearted. Finished therapy with Francesca in January and can say my GF agrees our communication has improved; I gained better frameworks and understanding of using "I" statements to convey thoughts and opinions. Thank you Francesca!
Written on Feb 26, 2023 after therapy with Francesca for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, and anger management
She is knowledgeable and caring, and allows me to express freely without fear of judgment.
Written on Feb 22, 2023 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
From the second session she already have given me a breakthrough of understanding my issues.
Written on Feb 22, 2023 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Francesca is professional and understanding. It’s my first experience and she made it comfortable talking about my issues and trauma. She guides me to a better level of thinking and I couldn’t be more thankful. I highly recommend her.
Written on Feb 18, 2023 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and anger management
I had two calls with Francesca and she's helping me to unpack trauma from my past. She's lovely, and she made me feel comfortable talking to her from the first minute. She's understanding and peaceful. Highly recommend!
Written on Feb 16, 2023 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I finally have someone I can be my true self with. She notices when I am holding myself back from feeling my emotions. She listens. That’s important to me.
Written on Feb 02, 2023 after therapy with Francesca for 3 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Francesca is a very intentional and helpful therapist. She makes her approach clear from the beginning and shares valuable techniques and resources. This is my first time trying therapy and I feel very lucky to be working with her.
Written on Feb 02, 2023 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Francesca provides the perfect balance of theory and action: her knowledge helps to define the path and her warmth and enthusiasm supports during walking the path. This combination is highly effective, that's the shortest therapy period I've been to :)
Also I feel and we agreed on that if I need further support, she is here.
I had trust issues, but somehow with Francesca it was not a problem - she creates and supports the feeling of a safe space which is so helpful during therapy.
Whether we worked using BetterHelp worksheets or discussed articles/books related to my problems, I felt that I'm provided with information and tips that I lacked for so long.
It was wonderful to trust Francesca's vast experience and learn that I'm not alone in my difficult situation, many people have been through something like this and they succeeded in making their life better and positive-oriented.
I want to say a huge thank you to Francesca for her diligent and thorough approach. After the therapy I feel supported, calm and well armed against life difficulties)
Written on Jan 29, 2023 after therapy with Francesca for 3 months on issues concerning parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and compassion fatigue
Francesca has helped me express and challenge ways of thinking that I didn't know I had. She is lively, honest, and true to her values. Would recommend if your therapy style is receiving a lot of feedback on your thoughts and opinions.
Written on Jan 23, 2023 after therapy with Francesca for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, anger management, and compassion fatigue
So far it’s been great 2 weeks in!
Written on Jan 21, 2023 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I’ve been trying to find a great therapist for a long time and look no further she is it. I was in a bad place and now I’m better than ever!
Written on Jan 21, 2023 after therapy with Francesca for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching,
I recommend Francesca! She helped me work on boundaries, better understand my goals and how to achieve them. She is understanding and easy to open up to.
Written on Jan 20, 2023 after therapy with Francesca for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Francesca is clear and calm in listening to me and asking questions that guide me in my own awareness and better understanding of myself and my life story. She is someone who always makes me feel less stressed after our sessions than before!
Written on Dec 14, 2022 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Francesca is a very thoughtful and caring Therapist. She is a well-experienced therapist who can guide you on your therapy journey. I have made so much progress with her, and she always provides the best guidance based on my values and thoughts!
Written on Dec 14, 2022 after therapy with Francesca for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes
What I appreciate about Francesca is she makes sure to build a rapport with her client to establish that sense of security for me to open up to her without judgment and I think that is important especially when it comes to unearthing traumas that most people tend to shy away from discussing including myself.
Written on Dec 05, 2022 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coaching
Very kind and professional, definitely gave me some clarity on things. Highly recommend!
Written on Nov 30, 2022 after therapy with Francesca for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Feel very comfortable with Francesca
Written on Nov 20, 2022 after therapy with Francesca for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I felt genuine care from Francesca. She made me feel safe and comfortable to open up; I did not feel judged at any point, and I believe she truly cared about my well-being, I would highly recommend Francesca to anyone looking for help on their journey.
Written on Nov 12, 2022 after therapy with Francesca for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, eating disorders, and adhd
Francesca is very nice
Written on Nov 07, 2022 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Francesca is an excellent motivator and is so adept at helping you figure out what is holding you back in life. Be it trauma, negative thoughts or life adversities. I love that she gives me a space to talk but also gives me solid guidance and I leave a session feeling like my issues are slowly resolving. While I appreciate counselors who give me space to talk the whole time, I definitely prefer having someone like Francesca who actually engages in a subtle form of collaborative problem solving. Very happy to have her as my counsellor!
Written on Oct 28, 2022 after therapy with Francesca for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She helped me when I had hit a low point, and made me want to do better
Written on Oct 23, 2022 after therapy with Francesca for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
She’s amazing
Written on Oct 08, 2022 after therapy with Francesca for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I did two sessions with Francesca and I think she was lovely . She helped me explore what my deep rooted causes for concern were and helped me find ways to deal with them. She followed up with my progress and checked up on me
Written on Sep 29, 2022 after therapy with Francesca for 1 week on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Well spoken & knowledgeful.
Written on Sep 28, 2022 after therapy with Francesca for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
I’m very satisfied and plan to continue with my therapist for the long haul.
Written on Sep 27, 2022 after therapy with Francesca for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes
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