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Francesca Cochard, LPC

Trauma-informed LPC supporting children and families
  • Trauma support
  • Family-focused care
  • Anxiety and mood

About Francesca Cochard

Francesca Cochard is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania with more than six years of experience in the mental health field. She specializes in supporting children, teens, and families who have experienced trauma or stress-related disorders, and she has worked with at-risk youth in the juvenile justice system as well as with children and adolescents in foster care.

Francesca also provides care for individuals facing anxiety, difficulties managing anger, mood disorders, and family conflict. Her approach is grounded in client-centered and humanistic principles - she regards each person as the expert in their own life and offers guidance toward greater internal awareness, healthier relationships, and emotional healing. Treatment is tailored to where each person is in their journey, with attention to how cultural identities and lifestyle choices shape experience.

She draws on evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), and Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) to address symptoms and build practical skills. As an LPC Francesca holds a state counseling license, which authorizes her to provide professional mental health services in Pennsylvania.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefAnger management

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Francesca Cochard have?

Francesca Cochard has 6 years of experience in the mental health field.

Is Francesca Cochard a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential. License details are PA LPC PC013651.

In which languages does Francesca Cochard provide therapy?

Francesca provides therapy in English.

Where is Francesca Cochard located?

Francesca Cochard is located in Pennsylvania.

How can I work with Francesca Cochard as my therapist?

You can work with Francesca through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Francesca Cochard work with international clients?

Yes. Francesca Cochard works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Francesca Cochard cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Approaches for Online Healing and Connection

Client-centered therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental stance in which Francesca follows the client’s lead, helping individuals explore their feelings and make choices that align with their values. This approach can be especially helpful for building self-awareness and strengthening decision-making during life transitions.

Attachment-based therapy focuses on patterns of relating and early relationship experiences. Francesca uses this approach to help people and families understand how attachment influences current relationships, offering ways to repair and improve connection and trust.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) combines acceptance strategies with values-based action. It supports people in noticing difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck, and in taking practical steps toward a more meaningful life. ACT can be useful for anxiety, stress, and persistent unhelpful thought patterns.

Finding the right approach is collaborative - Francesca will work with each person to identify which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she will adjust the plan as progress and feedback guide the work. Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels, making it easier to access regular support, maintain continuity of care, and weave therapy into daily life.

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