Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
How Frances works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LPC
- Licensed in
- Virginia, Texas
- Years in practice
- 20
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Frances
Frances Berniger is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 20 years of experience. She supports adults facing anger, anxiety, depression, grief, and major life changes. Frances aims to make therapy straightforward and useful for everyday problems.
She began her career as a special education teacher for sixteen years before moving into counseling. That background shaped a practical, patient approach. Frances focuses on helping people build coping skills, manage strong emotions, and navigate difficult relationships.
Background and approach
In sessions she uses clear, goal-oriented methods like cognitive behavioral work and solution-focused techniques. Mindfulness and motivational interviewing also appear in her work to help clients notice patterns and find internal motivation. She emphasizes learning tools to handle stress, addictive behaviors, and communication problems.
Frances offers a calm, respectful presence and asks simple, direct questions. She favors audio sessions but will use video if a client prefers. Her style is collaborative - she partners with each person to set small, achievable goals.
People commonly seek her help for issues tied to family of origin, caregiving stress, attachment and intimacy concerns, and work-related burnout. She also supports those coping with chronic illness, aging-related stress, and career transitions. The practical aim is to leave therapy with skills that work in daily life.
What Frances works with
Everything Frances lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Frances's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Cancer
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Narcissism
- Personality disorders
- Post-traumatic stress
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
Approaches Frances lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How Frances Uses Evidence-Informed Methods Online
Client-Centered Therapy puts the person and their goals at the center of each session. The therapist listens carefully, reflects what she hears, and helps you decide what matters most. This approach is useful when someone needs a supportive, nonjudgmental space to sort through feelings.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses practical exercises to test unhelpful thinking and build new patterns of behavior. CBT is often helpful for anxiety, depression, anger, and stress management.
Frances treats choosing an approach as a collaborative process. She will work with each person to try methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together you can adjust strategy and pace so work in sessions fits daily life.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video lets you see visual cues and have deeper conversations. Phone sessions are often easier when bandwidth is low or when you prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and messaging can fit quick check-ins, shorter reflections, or ongoing support between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, caregiving, or medical schedules.
Questions people ask about Frances
What kinds of problems does Frances help with?
She supports adults with anger, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship struggles, addictions, trauma, caregiver stress, and related concerns.
How would you describe the therapeutic style?
The approach is practical and collaborative, focusing on skills you can use right away and short-term goals that build over time.
What is her experience with counseling?
She has 20 years of experience, including sixteen years as a special education teacher before becoming a counselor.
Where is Frances licensed and based?
She holds Licensed Professional Counselor credentials in Texas and Virginia and practices from Texas.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How does someone begin working with Frances?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.