- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
About Frances
Frances Higgins is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Massachusetts with 30 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family concerns, addictions, grief, and a wide range of other life challenges listed in her profile.
She begins by listening and then decides together with each person which approach will help most. That collaborative selection guides the work and shapes session goals. Frances uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy alongside attachment-based and client-centered ideas when those fit the concern.
Her sessions mix practical tools and reflective conversation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques are used when helpful to manage symptoms and build skills. She also draws on trauma-informed concepts when working with survivors of physical, sexual, or emotional abuse.
Frances supports people dealing with adoption and foster care questions, attachment issues, autism spectrum concerns, blended family dynamics, codependency, communication problems, and related matters. She also addresses parenting strain, first responder issues, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and long-term mood concerns such as bipolar conditions.
People who want a straightforward, skill-focused approach may find this style fits. Her work combines listening, evidence-informed methods, and collaborative planning so clients leave with specific strategies and clearer next steps.
Approaches used in online sessions
Frances frequently draws on Emotionally-Focused Therapy to help people and couples notice and name emotions that are hard to recognize and to address patterns that keep repeating. EFT focuses on emotions and attachment patterns to open new ways of responding in relationships and personal interactions.She also uses Attachment-Based Therapy, which looks at how early bonds shape current behavior and closeness. This approach can help with long-standing trust and connection concerns. Client-Centered Therapy is another part of her work and centers on listening carefully and collaborating with the person to set goals and pace.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Frances will help identify which methods fit a person’s needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. That decision is collaborative and revisited over time.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, working with a licensed professional online can make it easier to schedule sessions around work, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Some people find phone sessions use less bandwidth and video sessions allow for visual cues; discuss what suits your days and technology when you book.
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Massachusetts
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, intimacy-related and many family and relationship concerns listed in her profile.
What is her therapeutic style?
She listens first and then decides together which approach is most helpful, using client-centered techniques and practical skill building.
How much experience does she have?
She has three decades of clinical experience, with about 30 years providing therapy to a broad range of clients and concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
She holds an MA and is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Massachusetts.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not specify session formats; confirm current session options before booking.
How does cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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