Frances Mackin, LCSW — Therapist in New York

Hi there, I'm Frances!

I practice psychotherapy with warmth and curiosity in order to help clients find meaning and experience growth in their lives.

My focus

My areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, trauma, and body acceptance/body neutrality issues. I am also a culturally competent therapist and have specific experience working with LGBTQIA+ individuals as well as cancer survivors.

My approach

I integrate a diverse range of proven therapy techniques to best meet my client's needs. Evidence-based practices with which I have experience include cognitive-behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and mindfulness-based therapy.

My communication style

My aim is to create a warm, therapeutic relationship grounded in collaboration and empowerment to help clients challenge negative thoughts, uncover their true selves, and feel good about themselves. I also believe that humor is a helpful part of the therapeutic process!

My journey to mental healthcare

Being a person is not easy, and we are faced with challenges every day! What drives me to work as a therapist is to validate human struggle and help people develop skills so that they can learn how to accept and thrive in uncertainty.

My goals for you

As your therapist, I am here to help you define and make progress toward meaningful goals.

Our first session

Our first session will include an intake, which will look a bit different from a typical session. During the intake, I will ask direct questions about your past experiences that led you to where you are today. It is also an opportunity to learn more about each other and the therapeutic process.

I identify as...

Female

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Humanistic

Motivational Interviewing

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

Immune-Disorders

LGBTQIA+

Queer

Sex-Positive/Kink

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from Stony Brook University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Frances Mackin