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Luz Francois pronounced (Loose Fran-swa) is a native Washingtonian! She attended Virginia Union University where she earned her B.A in Psychology. She earned her Master’s degree from Central Michigan University in Professional Counseling. She has been a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor since 2014. 

Ms. Francois’ individual mission is to be a personal guide to her client’s wellness.  Her passion is to experience the world from her client’s perspective and help them achieve the vision of wellness that they have for their lives.  

Ms. Francois chose to become a Licensed Professional Counselor because it is simply her calling in life. She is here to help serve, heal, and help those recover who have struggled to find their way in life and have experienced hurt or trauma.  

Ms. Francois has extensive experience serving all ages to include children and adults. Ms. Francois comes with extensive knowledge and specializes in treating issues related to bipolar, adjustment, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, adjustment to motherhood/maternal issues/postpartum depression, self-esteem building and career counseling. She practices an eclectic style to include cognitive behavioral therapy, choice therapy and interpersonal therapy.

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