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Dr. Victor Franco

NY LMHC 004151
Credentials
NY LMHC 004151
NPI Number
1629282405
Location
New York
Languages
English, Spanish
Dr. Victor Franco
23 years experience | Counselor of Color | Intl Clients Welcome

About Dr. Victor Franco

As a bilingual clinician fluent in both Spanish and English, I possess a wealth of expertise in the mental health field. My graduate degrees in cognitive psychology, neuroscience, and psychoanalysis, alongside my ongoing doctoral studies in Counseling, have equipped me with a deep understanding of the complexities of the human mind and the skills necessary to provide top-notch care for my clients. I am actively engaged with various national and international organizations focused on mental health, demonstrating my commitment to staying up-to-date on the latest developments in the field. Particularly, I have extensive experience working with LGBTQ individuals and trauma survivors. In fact, my work with trauma survivors at a large organization in NY serves as a testament to my dedication and passion for the field. My ultimate goal is to support my clients in identifying their core strengths and overcoming any obstacles that may impede their emotional growth, helping them to live a fulfilled and meaningful life.

Licenses

LMHC
004151

Professional experience

  • Addictions
  • Anger management
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Career difficulties
  • Depression
  • Eating disorders
  • Family conflicts
  • Grief
  • Intimacy-related issues
  • LGBT
  • Parenting issues
  • Relationship issues
  • Self esteem
  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

  • Abandonment
  • Aging and geriatric issues
  • Antisocial personality
  • Attachment issues
  • BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
  • Body image
  • Cancer
  • Caregiver issues and stress
  • Co-morbidity
  • Codependency
  • Commitment issues
  • Communication problems
  • Control issues
  • Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
  • Dependent personality
  • Dissociation
  • Divorce and separation
  • Domestic violence
  • Drug and alcohol addiction
  • Emptiness
  • Family of origin issues
  • Family problems
  • Fatherhood issues
  • First responder issues
  • Forgiveness
  • Gender dysphoria
  • Guilt and shame
  • HIV / AIDS
  • Hoarding
  • Hospice and end-of-life counseling
  • Immigration issues
  • Impulsivity
  • Infidelity
  • Isolation / loneliness
  • Jealousy
  • Life purpose
  • Men's issues
  • Midlife crisis
  • Mood disorders
  • Multicultural concerns
  • Narcissism
  • Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
  • Panic disorder and panic attacks
  • Paranoia
  • Personality disorders
  • Phobias
  • Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
  • Post-traumatic stress
  • Postpartum depression
  • Pregnancy and childbirth
  • Prejudice and discrimination
  • Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
  • Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
  • Self-harm
  • Self-love
  • Sex addiction
  • Sexual assault and abuse
  • Sexual dysfunction
  • Sexuality
  • Social anxiety and phobia
  • Somatization
  • Traumatic brain injury
  • Trichotillomania
  • Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
  • Women's issues
  • Workplace issues
  • Young adult issues

Clinical Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Imago Relationship Therapy
  • Jungian Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

15 Reviews

“Victor has been extremely instrumental in coaching me through a number of issues from my past and present. He has been an intelligent listener. I appreciate his dedication and consistency in following up.”

“The best counselor I’ve ever worked with. He’s helped me recognize things I wasn’t able to see on my own. I really appreciate his input and feedback.”

“It is Victor's warmth and support that makes me feel safe diving deep into myself. Finding unexpected connections and talking about uneasy key points is more fluid with Victor there. Though we have not known each other long, I feel genuinely encouraged in our work together. Looking back at former versions of myself, Victor has already helped me to become more accepting. I feel seen, and I feel respected knowing that I don't need to impress him. Taking this time to look inside myself and give care to wounds that have been affecting me for a long time is worth it, and Victor has been a patient and gentle person to reach out to.”

“Victor is very easy to talk to. He made our first meeting very comfortable and he knew exactly what my condition was. He is very knowledgeable.”

“Víctor es muy atento y profesional, sabe escuchar y sus reflexiones son muy atinadas, sabe muy bien como hacerme sentir cómodo y genera confianza muy rápidamente.”

“Boast Video Testimonial”

“Victor is very understanding, he also does a great job listening and comprehending your issues/situation. And an even better job explaining himself.”

“Victor is consistent and there for you and helpful in so many ways. He understands the Latino community and culture as well as American culture all while being a helpful guide. Certainly helps me find some semblance of balance.”

“I feel I can be very candid with Victor as my counselor. He's very patient and understanding. He is also really great at guiding me to psychological strategies that actually help me think through my pain and struggles. I'm very happy to have him as my counselor.”

“Victor has been a huge part of what has brought my partner and I closer together. His insight and assistance has been extremely important for me in learning how to relate better to myself, and as a result to her.”

“Victor is so attentive to me and my concerns. He recognizes patterns in my behavior that I don’t even recognize in myself and I went to grad school for psychology. He keeps me on track, focused, and helps me feel more confident in my decisions. He takes notes on what I say in a way that’s attentive and thoughtful. He’s easily my favorite counselor I’ve ever worked with and I’m genuinely appreciative for time with him.”

“Victor is a fantastic counselor. He has great expertise and offers very valuable insights. He is honest and does not shy away from telling you uncomfortable things as well. He works well structured and offers help and a new perspective. I would recommend Victor to anyone.”

“For someone like me who had no clue how to go about going into therapy, let alone being dubious about therapy, Victor has given a new meaning, attitude and perspective to my life. He knows and empathizes the struggles of a man with responsibilities trying to make right and leave a positive impact, not only for others, but for oneself. He has helped channel my past struggles into a positive route and come to terms with.<br /> <br /> It's the first step in unchartered territory that's a struggle- now its a walk in the park with a confidant. I am now happy, confident, content and emotionally stable due to Victor.”

“I am a high achiever in everything I do in my life. I love self-help books. It seemed I have all the answers but then again I have been struggling with pornography and entertainment addiction for the last decade of my life. Victor has helped me recognize just because something makes sense intellectually, it doesn’t mean my behavior will change. Real change takes place by challenging, exploring, processing, and systemizing my thoughts and behaviors emotionally. I love to work with Victor and I am very excited about the progress and the results we will achieve together.”

“He seems enthusiastic about his work and would like to explore your thoughts and whys. He offers a wide-range of specialities and services and is reliable, although at times he can be choppy with his work and can give confusing tasks.”

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