Licensed to practice in California and accepts 72 insurances. Specializes in Depression, Domestic Violence, Sex Therapy and 6 more.
(she/her)
Hello, I am Frankie. I am from the San Francisco Bay Area. I've been a therapist and social worker for many years, working with a vast cross-section of society. My experience has been primarily focused on working with families dealing with domestic violence and child abuse. I have also worked in the areas of substance abuse, homelessness, and mental health and illness. My goal as a therapist is to help people make the most of their lives, despite obstacles. I believe that happiness is created within. Our work is to identify and remove the barriers to joy and satisfaction. I want to assist in developing true, healthy, and inspirational narratives that support your current goals.
During our first session, I like to ask a series of questions that help me get to know you, the people who populate your life, your goals and your concerns. You are free to ask questions and state your preferences at any time.
I have had many experiences in life, both personal and professional, that have shaped me into a knowledgeable, empathetic, straightforward, and caring person. I believe that people seek therapy primarily to better orient their paths in life and to find relief from their emotional pain. I partner with my clients to explore how their fundamental beliefs and automatic behaviors are shaped by their pasts. We will work to discern which adaptations are helpful and which hinder feeling free and authentic.
My ideal clients are individuals feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or held back by unhelpful thoughts and patterns. They may struggle with anxiety, self-doubt, or difficulty managing emotions. They're ready to explore change, build coping skills, and work toward lasting growth. I support clients who are motivated to gain insight, build resilience, and create meaningful, empowered lives.
Other specialties
I identify as
Cash - $100 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Anthem
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
Blue Shield of California - Medi-Cal
Blue Shield of California - Medicare
Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
CalViva Health (Medi-Cal)
Carelon Behavioral Health (Commercial)
Centivo
Central California Alliance for Health (Medi-Cal)
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley (Medi-Cal)
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Gold Coast Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
Gold Coast Health Plan Total Care Advantage (HMO D-SNP)
Golden Rule
GTEB
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Health Net (Commercial)
Health Net (Medi-Cal)
Health Plan of San Joaquin/Mountain Valley Health Plan – Medi-Cal
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
IHSS Healthy Workers
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Independence Keystone 65 HMO
Independence Personal Choice 65 PPO
L.A. Care Covered
L.A. Care Covered Direct
L.A. Care Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
L.A. Care Medicare Plus (HMO D-SNP)
L.A. Care PASC-SEIU
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Partnership HealthPlan of California (Medi-Cal)
San Francisco Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medi-Cal
Scripps Health Plan
SFHP Care Plus (HMO D-SNP)
Sharp Health Plan
Surest (formerly Bind)
Sutter Health Plan
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)
UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I've successfully used CBT tools to help clients identify, challenge, and reframe unhelpful thoughts that contribute to feeling stuck or disempowered. By integrating strategies to shift behavior patterns and teaching practical skills for emotional regulation and problem-solving, clients begin to see measurable progress. This structured approach not only fosters a sense of control and momentum but also empowers clients to become their own therapists—reducing the risk of relapse and promoting long-term resilience.
2 ratings with written reviews
March 6, 2026
I love my sessions with Frankie. She’s great to talk to and always helps me find better coping skills. She’s a wonderful therapist.
December 24, 2025
Frankie is very kind and understanding. She helped me put a lot of things into perspective fairly quickly. I appreciated feeling heard. I look forward to speaking with her again soon.