Meet Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Frances Field

At the heart of Frances’ approach lies a commitment to trauma-informed care. Grounded in the fundamental question of “what happened and/or what didn’t happen to you?” Frances navigates the therapeutic landscape with empathy and insight. She recognizes the profound impact of trauma on both the psyche and soma, employing psychoeducation as a powerful tool to empower clients who may have felt disempowered by their past experiences. By demystifying the therapeutic process and reframing symptoms as adaptive responses to adversity, Frances fosters an environment of understanding and agency. In her therapeutic practice, Frances is known for her directness and authenticity. She views therapy as a collaborative endeavor, where client and therapist work hand in hand towards healing and growth.

Emphasizing the therapeutic relationship as a cornerstone of effective treatment, Frances cultivates an atmosphere of acceptance and humor, where clients feel safe to explore even the most challenging aspects of their experience. Clients often describe Frances as “compassionate, accepting, and ‘no BS’.” Frances often says, “Sexual shame thrives in silence and isolation, but when it’s met with compassionate understanding it has less of a hold on us.” This quote encapsulates her approach to working with clients who are grappling with shame and stigma surrounding sexuality.

By fostering open dialogue and creating a space of radical acceptance, Frances empowers her clients to reclaim their sexual agency and rewrite their own narratives of pleasure and intimacy.