Licensed to practice in California and accepts 32 insurances. Specializes in Coping Skills, Crisis Intervention, Grief and 6 more.
(she/her)
Hello! I'm Frankie, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California. I've been working in the field since 2014. I take a person-centered approach and believe that you are the expert of your own life. I am interested in walking together through your experiences and providing you with a safe space to express yourself. I'm here to listen so you can feel heard.
In our first session, we will do some brief introductions and then explore what has worked in the past and what hasn't. Then we can identify what your main concerns are and what brings you to therapy.
My approach is client-centered, and strengths based. I prioritize creating a safe, grounded space where you feel validated and understood, while also offering tools and resources that empower you to move forward with confidence.
I've provided care with clients who are navigating complex or life-altering experiences. I work well with adults facing serious mental health challenges, chronic illness, caregiving stress, grief and loss, and major life transitions.
Other specialties
I identify as
Cash - $150 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Anthem
Arlo
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
Blue Shield of California - Medicare
Centivo
Central California Alliance for Health (Medi-Cal)
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
Evernorth
GTEB
Health Plan of San Joaquin/Mountain Valley Health Plan – Medi-Cal
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Independence Keystone 65 HMO
Independence Personal Choice 65 PPO
Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medi-Cal
Scripps Health Plan
Tufts Health/Cigna
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use CBT to help understand your thoughts, feelings, behaviors and how they are connected. Together we will identify the patterns that are keeping you stuck, and explore tools that you feel will be effective in navigating change.
Grief Therapy
I work with clients as they navigate grief and loss and how it impacts their everyday functioning. I'm here to create a safe space for you to express your experiences. We can explore skills like reflective exercises, letter writing, and meaning-making interventions.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
I use mindfulness to help you slow down and become more present. It's a great way to become more grounded when experience overwhelm.