Fran Witt (she/her)

My Approach to Helping

Fran strongly believes that each client is the expert in their life and may utilize various interventions to meet each client’s individual needs. She primarily uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) from trauma and diversity-informed lenses. Learning and implementing Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and exposure-related trauma interventions are some of Fran’s passions. Leadership is another one of her passions, and she enjoys leading any chance she gets. Fran has worked with a variety of populations, including inpatient and nonprofit. She has experience treating domestic violence, depression, and anxiety. Her special interests include trauma, anxiety-related disorders (e.g., OCD, phobias), systems, marginalized populations, and gender/sexuality concerns. She is committed to providing unconditional positive regard, warmth, acceptance, safety, authenticity, and collaboration to clients.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe everyone has the right to show up in this challenging and messy world as their authentic self--especially marginalized populations, such as the BIPOC the LGBTQ+ communities. I enjoy providing support and working with marginalized populations to better embrace their genuine selves and navigate life. One way I assist clients from marginalized populations is by utilizing my own values such as anti-oppression, anti-racism, inclusion, diversity, equity, human rights, and social justice. In addition, some of my other values are empathy, open-mindedness, and kindness. Outside of the therapy room, you will likely find me spending time with my cat, making arts and crafts, hiking, advocating, thrifting, gardening, and engaging with my friends and loved ones.