Frances Christina Gouda

Counselor, LMHC

Frances Christina Gouda

Counselor, LMHC

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1 Endorsed

Rochester, NY 14619

(585) 440-6893

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I work best with clients who want to feel understood, supported, and actually get through life without feeling like their brain is trying to sabotage them. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, ADHD, or identify as neurodivergent—or you just want a safe, affirming space as part of the LGBTQIA+ community—I’ve got you. Together, we’ll find practical tools, build emotional resilience, and create strategies that actually fit your life. My goal? A space where you feel heard, empowered, and ready to thrive—not just survive. And yes, humor is absolutely allowed; therapy doesn’t have to feel like homework.

I help with anxiety, ADHD, OCD, and feeling like a functional human again. I provide practical tools and a truly affirming space, especially for trans and LGBTQIA+ clients. Therapy is flexible, collaborative, and fully tailored to what actually works for you.

Life can be messy, overwhelming, or just plain weird—and that’s okay. I help you navigate anxiety, ADHD chaos, or OCD loops and find strategies that actually fit your life. Think of me as your supportive guide and cheerleader, rooting for you every step of the way.

Call or Email Frances Christina Gouda now for a free 15 minute consultation - (585) 440-6893

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Rochester, NY 14619

(585) 440-6893

I offer flexible scheduling with both in-person and virtual sessions to make therapy accessible no matter where you are.

$125 Per Session, I accept insurance

Let's Connect (585) 440-6893

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Rochester, NY 14619

(585) 440-6893

I offer flexible scheduling with both in-person and virtual sessions to make therapy accessible no matter where you are.

$125 Per Session, I accept insurance

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $125
Couple Sessions $125
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

Aetna
Anthem
BlueShield of Northeastern New York
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna and Evernorth
Highmark
Highmark BCBS of Western New York
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Independence Blue Cross
Optum
Oscar Health
Quest Behavioral Health

Please reach out with any questions, we're happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable

Frances Christina Gouda

Counselor, LMHC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (585) 440-6893

Please reach out with any questions, we're happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable

Frances Christina Gouda

Counselor, LMHC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (585) 440-6893

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 013632 Frances Christina Gouda

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 5 years

Attended Medaille College, Masters, Graduated 2021

ICBT Certified best for OCD

Frances Christina Gouda

Counselor, LMHC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (585) 440-6893

ICBT Certified best for OCD

Frances Christina Gouda

Counselor, LMHC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (585) 440-6893

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

ADHD
Anxiety
Autism
Bipolar Disorder
Borderline Personality (BPD)
Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Impulse Control Disorders
Intellectual Disability
LGBTQ+
Mood Disorders
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Self Esteem
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Stress
Thinking Disorders
Transgender
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues

These are the main issues I can help you with: managing low mood, building coping skills, and improving social and communication confidence. A typical plan involves weekly sessions, practicing skills in real-life situations, and tracking your progress. The benefits you can expect include feeling more in control of your emotions, gaining confidence in daily activities and social interactions

Frances Christina Gouda

Counselor, LMHC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (585) 440-6893

Frances Christina Gouda

Counselor, LMHC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (585) 440-6893

Endorsement

Leyna Johnson Nguyen

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Fran is a warm and inviting therapist. She uses Narrative Therapy techniques to help clients reframe their life experiences. She is well versed in issues with Neurodivergence, and LGBTQ issues.

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Art Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Emotionally Focused
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Interpersonal
Motivational Interviewing
Narrative
Person-Centered
Psychoanalytic
Psychodynamic
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Somatic
Strength-Based

Therapy is flexible, collaborative, and fully tailored to what actually works for you. I take an integrative approach using several different modalities so it can be tailored made person. Approaches I lean toward are CBT, Somatic, Narrative, Person Centered and Socratic Questioning.

Frances Christina Gouda

Counselor, LMHC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (585) 440-6893

Frances Christina Gouda

Counselor, LMHC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (585) 440-6893

Location

Primary Location

Rochester, NY 14619

(585) 440-6893

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I offer flexible scheduling with both in-person and virtual sessions to make therapy accessible no matter where you are.

Frances Christina Gouda

Counselor, LMHC

Call for a free consultation now - (585) 440-6893

I offer flexible scheduling with both in-person and virtual sessions to make therapy accessible no matter where you are.

Frances Christina Gouda

Counselor, LMHC

Call for a free consultation now - (585) 440-6893

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