Francine Anderson, LCPC

Licensed in Illinois · 15 years in practice

Francine Anderson is a licensed clinician in Illinois with 15 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, and relationship struggles.

License and registration

LCPC, Illinois: 180.006477 · expires March 2027
NPI: 1992995864 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 15
Languages: English

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About Francine

Francine Anderson is a licensed clinician in Illinois with 15 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, and relationship struggles. She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Francine focuses on practical steps people can use right away.

She encourages small, achievable changes that add up over time. Francine uses a mix of approaches to match a client’s needs. She listens to what matters most and builds a plan around those goals.

Background and approach

Sessions often include learning new ways to notice thoughts, try different behaviors, and practice calmer responses. Her work also addresses attention and impulsivity concerns, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Francine pays attention to cultural background and life stage when shaping her approach.

She also supports people dealing with obsessions, compulsions, panic attacks, seasonal mood shifts, and grief around life transitions. In practical terms, Francine aims for clear, focused conversations. Clients can expect an invitation to describe what’s hardest, some short-term goals, and exercises to try between sessions.

She will adjust the pace and plan based on progress and what feels most useful. Francine holds an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor credential, LCPC. Her style is straightforward and caring, intended for people who want tools they can use in day-to-day life.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Francine lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Bipolar disorder
Depression
ADHD
Family conflicts
Anger management
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
Aging and geriatric issues
Blended family issues
Communication problems
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Life purpose
Multicultural concerns
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Young adult issues

Approaches Francine names

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Online support

Approaches and online care that focus on practical change

Francine commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people make steady progress. Client-Centered Therapy begins with listening closely and reflecting what matters most, which helps build trust and clarify goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at thought and behavior patterns and teaches straightforward techniques to reduce anxiety, depression, and mood swings. Mindfulness Therapy is also part of her toolbox, offering simple exercises to notice stress and reduce reactivity.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Francine will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, then suggest methods to try. She treats this as a collaboration and adjusts the plan if something isn’t working or if priorities change.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make care easier to fit into life. Video is useful for deeper conversations and visual cues, phone works well when bandwidth is limited or for a quicker check-in, and chat or text can support short updates or practice between meetings. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent while balancing work, family, and other obligations.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does Francine help with?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, relationship problems, ADHD and anger, among other concerns such as self-esteem and coping with life changes.

What is her general therapy style?

Her approach is compassionate and practical. Sessions focus on clear goals, listening closely, and trying skills that fit daily life.

How much experience does she have?

She brings 15 years of professional experience working with a range of mood, attention, and relationship concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, and practices from Illinois.

Which languages and international options are available?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats does she use?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

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