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KATE FRANZA LCSW,CADC-II

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Welcome and congratulations. You have made it through the hardest part by deciding to find a therapist. Maybe you are going through a major life change, struggling with your relationship or with understanding your sexuality. Perhaps you've attempted to stop using substances and haven't been successful. These are just a few examples of why people choose to find a therapist. Every experience is individual and therapy can't come in a "one size fits all" approach. Harm Reduction means that we set goals at a pace that works for you. Almost any of life's challenges can be approached with a harm reduction philosophy, it is not limited to treating substance use.  If you want to break patterns and reduce negative behaviors, a harm reduction approach allows you to make change at a comfortable pace. I will provide you with the right tools, so you will begin to trust that ALL feelings pass and that THIS is manageable.



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“Note that this journey is uniquely yours, no one else's. So the path has to be entirely your own"

Jon Kabat-Zinn

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ABOUT ME

My name is Kate Franza and I am a licensed therapist, practicing in both New York and California.   

I strongly believe that the relationship between a therapist and a client needs to feel like a partnership, where we work together to determine your goals.

I collaborate with my clients to help identify barriers to wellness, reduce suffering and allow clients to gain a deeper understanding into their thoughts, feelings and behaviors through the process of self exploration.

I have extensive experience working with members of the LGBTQ community, with a special focus on members of the trans community. I am a credentialed substance use counselor, and specialize in working with adults interested in reducing the negative consequences associated with their substance use. I have a deep understanding of the complexity of a dual diagnosis and the biological, emotional and physical aspects of substance use.  In addition to my private practice, I am currently the Director at an LGBTQ healthcare organization. 

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INDIVIDUAL THERAPY

Anxiety

Depression

PTSD & Trauma

Sexuality and Gender Identity

Harm Reduction & Addiction

Relationship struggles

Career and work challenges

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COUPLES THERAPY

Relationship struggles

LGBTQ Couples

Substance Use & Relationship Dynamics

Conflict Resolution

Monogamy, Polyamory & Open Relationships 

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TRAININGS & PRESENTATIONS

Harm Reduction Approach & Treatment

Trauma Informed Care

Transgender Cultural Competencies

Stigma & HIV

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CLINICAL SUPERVISION

If you are registered with the BBS and looking for clinical supervision, please contact me directly to inquire about setting up weekly/as needed sessions.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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WHAT DO YOU MEAN BY HARM REDUCTION?

Harm reduction is a set of principals that is aimed at reducing the negative consequences associated with substance use. Harm reduction considers strategies from across a spectrum( this can include anything from using safely to abstinence). While Harm Reduction is a philosophy that addresses substance use, I believe this philosophy can be used to treat any of life's challenges.

DO YOU TAKE INSURANCE?

Unfortunately I am unable to take insurance at this time. I am happy to provide my clients with a monthly superbill. You can submit this if you have out of network coverage.

WHAT IS YOUR CANCELLATION POLICY?

I reserve your spot each week just for you, so I kindly ask for 24 hours notice if you need to cancel. If you cancel in less than 24 hours you will be subject to a payment that's 50% of the regular fee.

WHAT IS YOUR CURRENT FEE?

My current fee is $180 per individual session and $200 per couples session.  I reserve limited slots for a sliding scale fee.

HOW LONG DOES EACH THERAPY SESSION TAKE?

Each individual session is 45-50 minutes and its recommended that you attend weekly.

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