- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma-informed approaches
- CBT and DBT methods
About Francine
Dr. Francine Kleinpaste is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania with 22 years of experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, LGBT concerns, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and depression. People seeking clearer direction after big life changes may find her approach relevant.
She uses straightforward conversation and established therapy methods to address immediate problems and recurring patterns. Sessions often involve identifying unhelpful thoughts, testing small behavior changes, and practicing skills to reduce intense emotions. She also brings specific trauma-focused methods when past harm affects everyday life.
Her work includes attention to life purpose and midlife questions, along with issues like body image, caregiver stress, and isolation. She has experience with clients connected to alternative sex culture, and she supports people navigating gender dysphoria and LGBTQ concerns. Practical problem solving is part of how she frames these topics.
Dr. Kleinpaste blends client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral and dialectical tools. That means she listens for what matters to the person, then tries concrete techniques to change thoughts and behaviors. Solution-focused methods are used to outline short-term steps toward a clearer direction.
Her background includes long-term work with survivors of sexual abuse and domestic violence. She describes therapy as a collaborative process where the person and therapist decide what helps. If someone is unsure where to start, she asks targeted questions to identify the next steps.
How therapeutic approaches guide online work
Dr. Kleinpaste often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy in her practice. CBT involves identifying and testing thoughts that keep problems going and practicing behavior changes to reduce symptoms like anxiety or panic. Trauma-Focused Therapy centers on addressing the impact of past harm and developing skills to manage intense memories and reactions.Finding the right approach is part of the work. She collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their goals and comfort level. That collaboration includes checking progress and adjusting techniques if something is not helping.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online sessions fit into daily life by avoiding travel and making it easier to book around work or caregiving. Others prefer shorter check-ins by phone when video is difficult, or full video sessions when visual cues matter. Discussing practical needs early helps plan sessions that fit existing routines and constraints.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
22+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, depression, and LGBT-related concerns. Life purpose and midlife questions are explicitly included.
How would she approach feeling stuck or directionless?
She combines client-centered listening with practical methods like CBT and solution-focused techniques. The work focuses on identifying small changes and testing what helps.
How much experience does she have?
She has 22 years of professional experience as a counselor. Her practice includes long-term work with survivors of sexual abuse and domestic violence.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania. Her listed location is Pennsylvania.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are accepted.
What session formats does she offer?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific rates depend on the subscriber plan and locale.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That starts the intake and planning process.
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