- Stress and anxiety
- Attachment issues
- CBT and ACT methods
About Victor
Dr. Victor Franco is a New York Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 23 years of experience. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, relationship concerns, family and intimacy-related issues, and several other difficulties people bring from their past. He offers services in English and Spanish and accepts international clients.
He approaches work in a direct, practical way. Sessions often focus on how patterns from the family of origin influence current choices and reactions. He uses methods drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to examine thoughts and actions and to build small, doable changes.
Attachment-based ideas are used to look at closeness and distance in relationships and how early bonds continue to shape interaction today. Client-centered methods keep the conversation focused on the person’s own goals and priorities rather than fitting them into a set model.
Dr. Franco’s background includes graduate study in cognitive psychology, neuroscience, and psychoanalysis, and ongoing doctoral work in Counseling. He has worked with LGBTQ people and with trauma survivors in a large New York organization, and he continues involvement with national and international mental health groups.
In sessions he helps people identify strengths and practical next steps. That can mean reducing anxiety symptoms, changing communication habits, or addressing issues tied to identity and intimacy. He frames therapy as close, practical work on the problems that show up day to day.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and it helps people take action toward what matters even when emotions are difficult. This approach is often used for anxiety, stress, and value-based decisions.Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns of closeness and distance. It can help people understand why they repeat certain interaction habits and learn new ways to relate in work and personal life.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. Together they decide whether to emphasize ACT, attachment ideas, CBT techniques, or a mix of methods that fits the person’s situation.
Confirm the available session formats before booking since formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example a shorter session can fit into a lunch break, or audio-only can be used when bandwidth is limited. These practical options help people keep regular appointments and focus on the changes they want to make.
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Experience
23+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, relationship and family concerns, intimacy-related problems, grief, and identity questions linked to LGBT experience.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He combines practical, goal-focused methods with a client-centered stance. Sessions look at thoughts and behaviors and connect them to family patterns and current goals.
How much experience does he bring?
He has 23 years of clinical experience working in mental health settings and community organizations.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a New York LMHC and practices from New York.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with him?
He accepts international clients; confirm any practical details before booking.
How are fees handled?
Costs vary by location and services. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.
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