Rebecca Francesconi — Counselor in Portland, OR
Address1020 SW Taylor St # 446 OR, Portland, OR 97205
Phone+1971-266-1197
Websiterebeccafrancesconi.com
Rebecca Francesconi is a licensed professional counselor and licensed marriage and family therapist in Oregon, holding license numbers C2739 and T0921. She earned a Master's in Education with an emphasis in Couples and Family Therapy from the University of Oregon. With over 10 years of experience, Francesconi works with individuals, including children and adolescents, couples, and families. Her approach is gentle and strengths-based, viewing therapy as a collaborative process focused on establishing and achieving client goals. She aims to provide a safe space for clients to share their stories, find their voice, and begin the healing process, ultimately seeking to offer clarity of thought and peace of mind. Her background includes working with at-risk youth and their families, and she has experience in various clinical settings utilizing evidence-based treatment modalities. Francesconi has specific training in family systems theory, considering the individual within their connected communities.
Best for
- Individuals seeking a safe space
- Couples
- Families
- Children and adolescents
| Key services | Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy |
| Tags | counselor, therapist, individual therapy, couples therapy, family therapy, oregon, lpc, lmft, strengths-based, family systems |
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