geometry-shapes iconCareer Counseling, Depression, Anxiety, Life Transition, ADHD, Coping Skills
Online in MA
11 years in practice
Ages served: 18-65+
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Accepted insurance & self-pay

Francesca accepts 30 insurers
Aetna
Aetna Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Anthem
Cigna | Evernorth
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)
Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)
Carelon
Carelon | Medicare Advantage
Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Compsych
Fallon Health | Medicare Advantage
Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network
First Health Network
Harvard Pilgrim
Humana Medicare Advantage
JP Farley Corporation
Mass General Brigham (Optum)
Medicare Massachusetts
Multi Plan PHCS
Optum Serve
Quest Behavioral Health
Railroad Medicare
Tricare East | Out of Network Provider
Tufts Health Plan
Tufts Health Plan Medicare Advantage
UMR
United Healthcare | Optum
United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage
Uprise EAP
SELF-PAY COSTS
Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.
$240
first session
$195
subsequent sessions
About Provider

About Francesca

Francesca is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has many years of experience. She focuses on anxiety, self-esteem, coping skills, wellness, daily routine and life transitions.


Francesca received her Master's degree in Social Work from Simmons University. Francesca uses a strength-based (SBT), person-centered therapy (PCT), collaborative approach to therapy.


Francesca uses a holistic approach to collaborate with clients, while also highlighting the benefits that physical activity, nature, nutrition, sleep and mindfulness have on our overall well-being. Schedule with her today.

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"As both a therapist and yoga teacher, I recognize the substantial impact an individual's childhood, environment, relationships, and psychosocial characteristics have on their mental and physical well-being."

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Get to know Francesca

Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?



After working on the ambulance as an EMT, I felt drawn to finding additional ways to support individuals as they rediscovered and uncovered their passions, life balance, and ways of being in the world that aligned with who they wanted to be as a person.


What types of clients do you work with best?



I enjoy working with all ages and individuals of all backgrounds. My experience having grown up overseas and working with a wide range of individuals as a clinical social worker has provided me with a diverse skill set to connect and support individuals in identifying and achieving their goals.


What type of clients are you most excited to work with?



I enjoy working with those who are interested in exploring and working on their wellness journey.


What's one thing you wish all clients knew?



As people, we are constantly evolving and changing which can be scary. Everyone's journey is different and that is okay.


Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?



Thriveworks reputation for having a diverse and supportive client and clinician community aligns with my values personally and professionally.


What inspires you?



Supporting someone as they work towards their goals, their dreams, and grow in a way that is in line with their values


What can clients expect in their first session with you?



During our first meeting, I’d like to understand what brings you to meet with me, what would be helpful for you, and what you hope to get out of our meetings together. As we get to know each other the answers may evolve; that’s okay, we’re in this together.


What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?



For them to feel that they are authentically seen, heard, and understood as a whole person as we collaborate on their treatment goals so as to have a clear path that guides our work together.


What should clients know about you before scheduling a first session?



I like to collaborate. We are in this together as a team, you and me, and I look forward to meeting with you.


What do you do for fun/on your time off?



I’m in the process of training my 2 year old yellow labrador retriever Long-Life to be a therapy dog. We go to a lot of classes! I also started growing my own avocado trees from seed which are 4 years old.


What's one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?



I really enjoy walking my dog.


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Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesCareer Counseling, Depression, Anxiety, Life Transition, ADHD, Coping Skills, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Trauma / PTSD, Relationships, Self Esteem
ApproachesPerson-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBCT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Family Systems, Narrative
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Education and training

Years in practice
11 years
Graduating institute
Simmons University
Graduating degree
Master of Social Work
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Additional details

Languages spoken by this provider
English
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NPI number1366704975
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State of practiceMA
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License number121037
Practice location

Practice information

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Publications, Accomplishments & Awards

National Association of Social Workers (NASW) - null, Yoga Alliance (RYT)
Certified Yoga Teacher (RYT) - November 2023 , Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-Basic), Boston University

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Individual Counseling
Francesca is available for Video visits.
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Francesca Vitale

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)she/her