- Collaborative
- Goal focused
- Affirming
About Francesco
Francesco Rizzo is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in New Jersey who helps people manage stress, anxiety, addiction concerns, relationship challenges, and codependency. He supports people dealing with grief, trauma, parenting strain, career shifts, and issues around intimacy and self-esteem. He also works with clients navigating LGBT concerns, bipolar disorder, depression, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.
Francesco uses a collaborative, down-to-earth style. Sessions focus on clear goals and practical steps. He listens first, then helps clients notice patterns that keep them stuck. He emphasizes building better communication and stronger self-regulation skills.
His work draws on client-centered methods that prioritize the person in the room. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behavior patterns. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) and the Gottman Method inform how he approaches relationship and attachment concerns.
Mindfulness techniques are offered to help with stress, sleeping problems, and emotional regulation. Motivational interviewing helps when change feels overwhelming, such as in addiction recovery or career transitions. Francesco aims to make therapy an active, problem-solving process.
With 13 years of experience, he brings steady clinical experience while keeping sessions simple and concrete. People who want practical tools, clearer communication, and support through life changes often find his approach accessible and direct.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, listening space where the client guides the work. Online sessions keep this same emphasis by letting the client's goals shape each meeting and pacing.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and try small behavior experiments. In online sessions, CBT often uses short, practical exercises and homework that fit into daily life to reduce anxiety, sleeping problems, or low mood.
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) concentrates on emotions and attachment needs, helping people notice how feelings shape interactions and choices. When used online, EFT can support clearer emotional awareness and improved communication strategies.
Finding the best approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each client to decide which methods match their goals and preferences. That means checking in regularly and adjusting techniques if something isn't helping.
Session formats are not listed here, so please confirm the current session options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work, caregiving, or travel. It can also allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, or for conversation-focused sessions that don't require being on camera the whole time.
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Experience
13+ years
Credentials
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, addiction recovery, grief, trauma, intimacy issues, sleeping problems, self-esteem, career transitions, and codependency among other concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is collaborative and down-to-earth. He listens carefully, sets clear goals, and uses practical steps to help clients change patterns.
What experience does he bring?
He has 13 years of clinical experience working with a range of emotional and relational concerns, including LGBT issues and addiction recovery.
What credentials and region should I know about?
He is a licensed marriage and family therapist, LMFT, practicing in New Jersey.
Are sessions offered in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs and payment handled?
Fees vary with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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