Francine Owens, LCSW - Therapist in Tennessee

Warm practical support
Focus on behavior change
Experience with trauma

About Francine

Francine Owens is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Tennessee. She brings nearly three decades of experience helping people cope with stress, anxiety, trauma, bipolar disorder, and depression. Francine emphasizes a respectful, compassionate approach that aims to help clients find more meaningful daily life and greater emotional balance.

She focuses on practical change rather than labels. Sessions aim to identify patterns that keep someone stuck and to try small, workable steps toward different choices. Francine uses a warm, nonjudgmental style so people feel heard while they experiment with new behaviors and ways of thinking.

Her background includes a Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Tennessee at Memphis and many years in clinical practice. The work draws on several evidence-informed approaches to match the person and the problem rather than one fixed method.

Francine also supports people navigating adoption and foster care topics, caregiver stress, aging concerns, chronic illness and pain, and relationship or family tensions. She mentions serving LGBTQ and gender-diverse clients as part of an inclusive practice.

People who choose Francine can expect collaborative, steady work toward clearer goals. The focus is on what helps in daily life - managing emotions, improving communication, and reducing symptoms that get in the way of functioning and enjoyment.

Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, often called ACT, focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting controlled by them. It helps people clarify personal values and take committed steps toward those values, which is useful for anxiety, depression, and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful thinking and routine patterns, helping with mood and anxiety symptoms. Emotionally-Focused Therapy centers on emotions and relationships, helping people understand and respond differently in close relationships and when strong feelings come up.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That means trying techniques, reviewing what helps, and adjusting the plan as progress is made.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make therapy easier to fit into a busy life - it can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and let people meet from a location that feels convenient. Licensed professionals can still use ACT, CBT, and EFT techniques effectively through virtual sessions, focusing on skills practice, emotional processing, and goal setting that carry into everyday life.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuseBipolar disorderDepression

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / loneliness Life purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

28+ years

Credentials

Tennessee

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Francine commonly address?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, and depression, along with related issues such as adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and family problems.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style is warm, respectful, nonjudgmental, and compassionate. Sessions focus on listening, practical steps, and changing patterns that cause distress.

What is her professional background?

She holds a Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Tennessee at Memphis and brings 28 years of clinical experience to her practice.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

She is an LCSW licensed in Tennessee and practices out of that state.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English, and she is open to working with international clients.

What session formats are available?

Session formats are not listed in the biography; please confirm the current session options before booking so you know how sessions are offered.

How are fees and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working together?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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