Francesca

Dr Francesca Richardson

Psychotherapist

“I am a doctoral level clinical social worker with 30 years of experience, offering psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, EMDR and Accelerated Resolution Therapy to adults and teens”

About Me

Drawing on 30 years of experience, I support adults and teens in navigating life's complexities. As an integrative psychotherapist, I offer a tailored approach, blending methods like EMDR and hypnotherapy to help you process difficult experiences. I aim to create a safe space where you can find clarity and lasting resolution. Those seeking deep, effective support from a seasoned practitioner often find our work together helpful.

Approach

Sessions move at a steady, individualized pace, combining focused memory work with grounded, present-moment practices so you can notice small but meaningful shifts. I see adults and teens in Annapolis and by secure online sessions, and I keep sessions structured yet flexible to meet your rhythm. Between meetings we track responses, use brief stabilizing practices, and gently explore relational patterns that maintain anxiety, stuckness or conflicted beliefs. Those navigating transitions, recovery from abuse, or wanting deeper self-understanding tend to find this practical, attentive way of working helpful.
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Basic Information

Services

Services Offered:

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    Counseling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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    Hypnosis

    A therapeutic technique that uses guided relaxation and focused attention to access the subconscious mind and facilitate positive change.

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    Psychodynamic Therapy

    A therapy that explores how past experiences and unconscious patterns shape current feelings, relationships, and behaviour.

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    Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

Works With:

  • •Adolescents
  • •Adults
  • •Elderly
  • •Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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    Abuse

    Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.

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    Life Transitions

    Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.

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    Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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    Behaviour or Conduct Issues

    Persistent patterns of defiant, aggressive, or rule-breaking behaviour in children or adolescents that significantly disrupt home, school, or social life.

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    Personal Development

    The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.

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    Spiritual or Faith-Based Counseling

    Counselling that integrates spiritual or religious beliefs into the therapeutic process for people who want faith to be part of their healing.

Professional Title:

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    Psychotherapist

    A professional trained to provide in-depth therapy that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting change.

Qualifications

New York University, Catholic University

Registrations

Board of Social Work

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Service Area

Francesca Richardson

In-person & Online

Annapolis, Maryland

United States