(he/him)
I’m Westly François, LCSW, a certified EMDR therapist specializing in trauma, anxiety, and stress. I work with adults who are used to holding it all together on the outside but feel overwhelmed, stuck, or drained underneath. You may be managing a career, relationships, and responsibilities, yet still feel like something isn’t quite right. That’s where our work begins. In therapy, we focus on understanding what’s driving your patterns, not just managing the symptoms. Together, we identify the root of what you’re experiencing, whether it’s past experiences, ongoing stress, or internal pressure you’ve been carrying for years. I use EMDR therapy to help you process those experiences so they no longer have the same emotional hold on you. My approach is both supportive and structured. I create a space where you can feel comfortable opening up, while also helping you connect the dots and make meaningful progress. We don’t just talk about problems, we work through them in a way that leads to real, lasting change. Clients often leave sessions feeling more grounded, more clear, and more in control of their emotions and reactions. Over time, the goal is for you to feel less overwhelmed, more confident in yourself, and no longer driven by patterns that once felt automatic. If you’ve been pushing through and are ready for something different, this is a space where you can slow down, understand what’s going on beneath the surface, and begin to move forward in a healthier, more intentional way.
In our first session, we’ll take time to get to know you and what’s been weighing on you. You can share at your own pace, there’s no pressure to go into everything all at once. I’ll ask some questions to better understand your history, current challenges, and what you want to get out of therapy. We’ll also begin identifying patterns, triggers, and areas where you feel stuck. I’ll explain how I work, including how EMDR therapy can help you process past experiences and reduce the intensity of what you’re feeling now. Together, we’ll start building a clear plan tailored to your needs and goals. If needed, we’ll begin learning simple tools to help you feel more grounded and regulated between sessions. Most importantly, this first session is about helping you feel comfortable, understood, and confident that you’re in the right place to begin making real, lasting change.
My greatest strength as a therapist is my ability to create a space where you feel understood while also helping you move forward. I’m not just here to listen, I’m here to help you make real, lasting change. I combine warmth, directness, and evidence-based approaches like EMDR to get to the root of what’s driving your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Clients often tell me they feel comfortable opening up quickly, while also appreciating that I help them connect the dots and actually work through what’s keeping them stuck. I have a strong ability to balance support with structure, so sessions feel both safe and productive. I also bring a deep understanding of trauma and how it shows up in everyday life, especially for people who are used to holding everything together. My goal is to help you feel more in control, more grounded, and no longer driven by past experiences.
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I identify as
EMDR
Our brains have a natural system for processing information and experiences, allowing us to keep what we need for wisdom, learning, and growth, while letting go of what no longer serves us. However, when we experience disturbing or overwhelming events, this processing system can become disrupted. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) helps the brain reprocess these memories, reducing their emotional intensity and making them feel less distressing. In my practice, I use EMDR to help clients overcome trauma, adverse experiences, anxiety, and depression, empowering them to move forward with greater clarity and resilience.
2 ratings with written reviews
January 22, 2026
I felt like I knew him! He made the experience comfortable!
March 31, 2025
1st session with Wes. Looking forward to the therapeutic process.