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Emily Francis
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC
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Emily Francis

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Shields Drive, Bethesda, MD 20817
Let's Connect (240) 896-4639
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I am dedicated to providing expert therapy in the intersection of neurodivergence-affirming psychotherapy and trauma therapy. I support neurodivergent teens and adults (and their families!) to understand themselves and create lives in which they can thrive! I also support teens and adults who have experienced trauma including attachment trauma and neglect, abuse, narcissistic abuse and high-demand groups / cults. Experienced in treating attachment trauma and dissociation using integrative and somatic trauma modalities. No matter what you’ve been through, You are welcome here!
I use an integrative and relational, strengths-focused approach in my work along with powerful trauma therapy modalities such as attachment focused EMDR, Brainspotting, and IFS / partswork to heal past trauma and thrive in your present life. I have specialize in treating attachment trauma and dissociative disorders along with narcissistic abuse recovery.
I love connecting with my clients as unique and complex people and you will notice my warmth, acceptance, and enthusiasm for trying different approaches until we find a way to make therapy work for you! If you have felt too intense, chronically misunderstood or out of sync, or have struggled to make sense of your experiences, I'd love to hear from you!
Call or Emily Francis now for a free 15 minute consultation - (240) 896-4639

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Neurodivergence & Trauma Counseling - Consultation

Shields Drive

Bethesda, MD 20817 map

(240) 896-4639

Baltimore Annapolis Center for Integrative Healing

1298 Bay Dale Drive Suite 211

Arnold, MD 21012 map

Current virtual availability and in-person in Bethesda starting in May. I'd love to hear from you!
I specialize in Dissociative Disorders (DID), Trauma and PTSD and Autism 
$210 Per Session  
I see individuals, families and groups  
Let's Connect (240) 896-4639
Photo of Emily Francis, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Neurodivergence & Trauma Counseling - Consultation

Shields Drive

Bethesda, MD 20817 map

(240) 896-4639

Baltimore Annapolis Center for Integrative Healing

1298 Bay Dale Drive Suite 211

Arnold, MD 21012 map

Current virtual availability and in-person in Bethesda starting in May. I'd love to hear from you!
I specialize in Dissociative Disorders (DID), Trauma and PTSD and Autism 
$210 Per Session  
I see individuals, families and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $210

Insurance

  • Out of Network
Photo of Emily Francis, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC
Emily Francis
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (240) 896-4639
Photo of Emily Francis, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC
Emily Francis
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (240) 896-4639

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maryland / LC13696 Emily Francis
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 9 years
  • Attended Loyola University, MS, Graduated 2013
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from EMDRIA Certified EMDR Therapist Certified EMDR Therapist / 2023
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I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland (Virginia pending) and a Nationally Certified Counselor. I am also a Certified EMDR therapist and Consultant-in-Training who supports other EMDR therapists. I am trained in Brainspotting and IFS and integrate multiple trauma modalities.
Photo of Emily Francis, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC
Emily Francis
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 896-4639
"
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland (Virginia pending) and a Nationally Certified Counselor. I am also a Certified EMDR therapist and Consultant-in-Training who supports other EMDR therapists. I am trained in Brainspotting and IFS and integrate multiple trauma modalities.
Photo of Emily Francis, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC
Emily Francis
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 896-4639

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Autism

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bisexual
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
  • Neurodivergence-Affirming
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Parent Coaching
  • Personality Disorders
  • Psychosis
  • Self-Harming
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Spirituality
  • Suicidal Ideation
Photo of Emily Francis, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC
Emily Francis
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (240) 896-4639
Photo of Emily Francis, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC
Emily Francis
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (240) 896-4639

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Communities

Queer Allied

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Communities

Queer Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Brainspotting
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Coaching
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Existential
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Reality Therapy
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Trauma therapy grounded in attachment focused EMDR, Brainspotting, and IFS / parts work. I integrate acceptance-based behavioral approaches such as DBT, ACT, and reality therapy where helpful. Parent Coaching grounded in neurodivergence-affirming and nervous system approaches including Collaborative and Proactive Solutions Model.
Photo of Emily Francis, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC
Emily Francis
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 896-4639
"
Trauma therapy grounded in attachment focused EMDR, Brainspotting, and IFS / parts work. I integrate acceptance-based behavioral approaches such as DBT, ACT, and reality therapy where helpful. Parent Coaching grounded in neurodivergence-affirming and nervous system approaches including Collaborative and Proactive Solutions Model.
Photo of Emily Francis, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC
Emily Francis
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 896-4639

Location

Primary Location

Neurodivergence & Trauma Counseling - Consultation

Shields Drive

Bethesda, MD 20817

(240) 896-4639

Additional Location

Baltimore Annapolis Center for Integrative Healing

1298 Bay Dale Drive Suite 211

Arnold, MD 21012

(240) 896-4639
"
Current virtual availability and in-person in Bethesda starting in May. I'd love to hear from you!
Photo of Emily Francis, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC
Emily Francis
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC
Call for a free consultation now - (240) 896-4639
"
Current virtual availability and in-person in Bethesda starting in May. I'd love to hear from you!
Photo of Emily Francis, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC
Emily Francis
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC
Call for a free consultation now - (240) 896-4639