Therapist profile
Frances Berniger, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor - Family and parenting focus
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- CBT
- Mindfulness
- Solution-focused
About Frances
Frances Berniger is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Texas and Virginia with 20 years of experience. She works with adults, especially those 35 and older, who are managing grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, and the effects of having a spouse or parent with traits of narcissism. Her focus includes stress, relationship strain, self-esteem, and practical coping for life changes.
Frances draws on straightforward, skill-based methods. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking and change behavior. Mindfulness techniques help people notice feelings without being driven by them. Solution-Focused and client-centered ideas keep sessions practical and oriented toward small, achievable steps.
Her first career was as a special education teacher for sixteen years, and that classroom experience shapes how she explains tools and practices. She aims to teach strategies people can use between sessions. That includes techniques for managing anxiety, handling family conflict, and coping with caregiver stress.
Frances often guides conversations that help clarify priorities and set short-term goals. Sessions can include skill practice, problem-solving, and revisiting what worked before. She mentions that many people prefer audio-only sessions, and she is also open to video when clients choose it.
Overall, her approach is practical and paced to fit everyday life. Adults seeking help with relationship issues, addiction concerns, or long-term mood challenges may find her style direct and skills-oriented.
How sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions work
Frances commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy in her work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing practical changes in behavior to reduce symptoms like anxiety or depression. Mindfulness Therapy teaches people to notice thoughts and emotions without immediately reacting, which can help with stress, grief, and strong emotions.She also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to set short-term, achievable goals and Client-Centered ideas to keep the conversation focused on the person's priorities. Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist and client decide collaboratively which methods fit the client's goals and day-to-day life.
Session formats should be confirmed before booking. The biography notes that many people prefer audio sessions and that video is an option if preferred. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Talk with the therapist when matching to confirm which session types are offered and which will work best for your routine.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Virginia, Texas
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of family concerns does she help with?
She works with adults dealing with family problems, family of origin issues, caregiver stress, and parenting strain. Topics include communication problems, divorce and separation, and codependency.
How would she describe her therapy style?
Her style is practical and skills-based. She blends Client-Centered techniques with CBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused work.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of professional experience, including sixteen years as a special education teacher before moving into counseling.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Texas and Virginia and is located in Texas.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can she work with clients outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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