- CBT approaches
- Creative exercises
- Motivational interviewing
About Victor
Victor Franco is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania with seven years of experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Victor speaks English and Spanish and aims to help people who want to build confidence and process difficult experiences.
He emphasizes helping people increase self-awareness by exploring things they don’t yet understand about themselves or the people around them. Sessions often include work on self-esteem, mood management, behavioral patterns, and the aftereffects of trauma. Social anxiety and phobia, isolation, and difficulty with communication are among the concerns he addresses.
Victor uses a mix of creative and talk-based methods. He blends art-making with psychotherapy techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, motivational interviewing, and psychoanalytic ideas. In practice this means trying practical steps, noticing unhelpful thought patterns, and using creative exercises to express what words might not capture.
He frames therapy as a collaborative process. Together with the client he looks for concrete, step-by-step ways to cope and make changes that fit real life. Sessions may include skills practice, short-term goals, and creative tasks to support progress.
Victor works with people who bring concerns spanning trauma, mood, relationships, and life direction. Before booking, readers should confirm current session options and formats so they know how to connect.
Approaches used and how online sessions can help
Victor integrates several evidence-based techniques. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it is often used for anxiety, low mood, and social fears. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers practical skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can help with stress and relationship strain. He also incorporates solution-focused methods that target small, achievable changes to make day-to-day life more manageable.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. Victor will collaborate with each person to decide which approaches fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That process can involve trying a technique for a few sessions, checking what’s helpful, and adjusting the plan together.
Confirm the therapist’s current session formats before booking so you know how to connect. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Some people find not being in the same room reduces the pressure of speaking up, while others prefer in-person contact; Victor will discuss what format supports the client’s goals and daily life.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes, including social anxiety and phobia.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses a client-directed approach that mixes talk therapy with creative exercises and practical steps to manage mood and behavior.
How much experience does he have?
He has seven years of professional experience as a counselor in clinical work.
What are his credentials and location?
He is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - practicing in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.