Frances McNamara, LPC
- 15 years experience
- CBT and DBT trained
- Works with mood disorders
About Frances McNamara
Her style emphasizes presence, respect, and creating space for clients to process the very real circumstances of their lives. Frances aims to help clients identify both successes and barriers, offering practical skills alongside empathic support. She brings particular experience addressing stress, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, self-esteem, career challenges, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, panic and mood disorders.
Frances values the courage it takes to seek help and approaches each therapeutic relationship as a collaborative journey toward greater strength and wellness. As an LPC, she draws on evidence-informed methods such as cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior strategies while also honoring emotional experience and the client’s own goals and preferences.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Frances McNamara have?
Frances McNamara has 15 years of experience in the field of mental health.
Is Frances McNamara a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details are PA LPC PC010157.
In which languages does Frances McNamara provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Frances McNamara located?
She is located in Pennsylvania.
How can I work with Frances McNamara as my therapist?
You can work with Frances McNamara through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Frances McNamara work with international clients?
Frances McNamara does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Frances McNamara cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches in Online Therapy and How They Help
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to problems such as anxiety, depression, panic, and some mood disorders. By learning practical strategies to reframe thoughts and change unhelpful behaviors, clients can develop tools for coping and symptom reduction.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) focuses on building skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. It can be especially helpful for individuals experiencing intense emotions, mood instability, self-destructive patterns, or difficulties with relationships and personality-related concerns.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathic, nonjudgmental space where the client’s experience guides the work. This approach supports processing grief, navigating life changes, strengthening self-esteem, and exploring personal goals through a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Frances works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors interventions over time so therapy aligns with what is most helpful.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - allowing clients to access licensed professionals from home or on the go. These options make it easier to fit care into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable for each person.