Franchesca Bawks

Counselor, LPCC

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Franchesca Bawks

Counselor, LPCC

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Currently unable to accept new clients

1214 West Main Street Visalia, CA 93291

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You may feel like you’ve tried everything to feel better, yet something still keeps you stuck. Many of the people I work with notice patterns in relationships, emotions, or behaviors that don’t make sense to them, even when they are trying hard to change. Often these patterns are connected to earlier experiences where safety, consistency, or emotional support were missing. My role is to help you slow down & understand how your past may still be shaping your present. Together, we explore how early relational experiences influence the way you relate to yourself, others, and the world around you.

My approach is trauma-informed and collaborative. Together, we explore how earlier experiences influence current emotions, behaviors, and relationships. We also look at how your nervous system, thoughts, and emotions interact, so patterns that once protected you can shift and support healthier connections and boundaries.

Clients often describe therapy with me as a space where they feel safe to speak honestly and explore difficult experiences without judgment. My goal is to support both short-term relief from distress and deeper healing of long-standing relational hurts.

Call or Email Franchesca Bawks now for a free 15 minute consultation - (559) 242-6648

My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

1214 West Main Street

Visalia, CA 93291 map

(559) 242-6648

My website

Welcome! At this time I offer in-person therapy sessions weekly Mondays through Thursdays.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Women's Issues and Substance Use

$130 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Let's Connect (559) 242-6648

My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

1214 West Main Street

Visalia, CA 93291 map

(559) 242-6648

My website

Welcome! At this time I offer in-person therapy sessions weekly Mondays through Thursdays.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Women's Issues and Substance Use

$130 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $130

Payment Methods

Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
Anthem
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
Oxford
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Out of Network

I support both insurance and private pay clients. During our initial phone call, I will walk you through the insurance verification process if you want to use those benefits. I provide a superbill upon client request.

Franchesca Bawks

Counselor, LPCC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (559) 242-6648

Franchesca Bawks

Counselor, LPCC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (559) 242-6648

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 16083 Franchesca Bawks

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 6 years

Attended California State University, Fresno, Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2020

Additional Credentials

Certificate from EMDR Parts I & II- Dr. Philip Manfield, Ph.D, LMFT 2024

I am trained in EMDR, Flash Technique, and DBT and continue to pursue training and knowledge to help my clients heal.

Franchesca Bawks

Counselor, LPCC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (559) 242-6648

I am trained in EMDR, Flash Technique, and DBT and continue to pursue training and knowledge to help my clients heal.

Franchesca Bawks

Counselor, LPCC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (559) 242-6648

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
Substance Use

Expertise

Anxiety
Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Life Transitions
Self Esteem

Through the safe and supportive process of therapy, we can work with the emotional difficulties and fixed patterns that are creating problems today. You can learn new ways to get your emotional needs met while developing skills that support emotional regulation and promote healthy relationships.

Franchesca Bawks

Counselor, LPCC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (559) 242-6648

Franchesca Bawks

Counselor, LPCC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (559) 242-6648

2 Endorsements

Catherine Spears

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CAIMHP

I highly recommend Franchesca for her expertise in supporting adults navigate their complex emotional challenges. She empowers clients to grow and thrive. Her professionalism and dedication make her an excellent choice for those seeking lasting change.

Alexis Burger

Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCC, NCC

Franchesca excels in meeting clients where they are in their healing journey by providing safety and empathy with her warm and comforting presence.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Single Parent

Religion

Christian

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Single Parent

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Attachment-based
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
EMDR
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Somatic
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

I help my clients develop needed insight and coping skills to shift from being wired for protection to being wired for connection.

Franchesca Bawks

Counselor, LPCC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (559) 242-6648

I help my clients develop needed insight and coping skills to shift from being wired for protection to being wired for connection.

Franchesca Bawks

Counselor, LPCC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (559) 242-6648

Location

Primary Location

1214 West Main Street

Visalia, CA 93291

(559) 242-6648

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Nearby Areas

Cities

Visalia, CA

Counties

Tulare

Zips

Welcome! At this time I offer in-person therapy sessions weekly Mondays through Thursdays.

Franchesca Bawks

Counselor, LPCC

Call for a free consultation now - (559) 242-6648

Welcome! At this time I offer in-person therapy sessions weekly Mondays through Thursdays.

Franchesca Bawks

Counselor, LPCC

Call for a free consultation now - (559) 242-6648

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