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Francis Ndinya, LCMHC
North Carolina
LCMHC - Stress and Anxiety
See online therapy options- CBT and mindfulness
- Emotion regulation skills
- Practical goal setting
About Francis
Francis Ndinya is an LCMHC licensed in North Carolina with six years of professional experience. He helps people manage stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and life changes. He also focuses on caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, communication problems, and other concerns listed in his profile.
He uses straightforward conversation and practical exercises in sessions. Francis leans on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to notice and change unhelpful thoughts and habits. He also draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness, and client-centered work to address coping and emotion regulation.
Sessions typically involve identifying patterns that make problems worse, trying short exercises between meetings, and checking what is or isn't working. He pays attention to motivation, impulses, and relationship patterns such as infidelity or communication breakdowns. He helps people who feel isolated, stuck about life purpose, or overwhelmed by guilt and shame.
Francis keeps plans goal-focused and concrete. He helps clients set small steps they can test in daily life and then reviews results together. This practical approach is aimed at reducing symptoms and improving everyday functioning.
He offers services in English and accepts international clients. Before booking, confirm current session formats and scheduling rules so arrangements match the client’s needs.
How his approaches are used in online sessions
Francis works with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going, then tries concrete alternatives in everyday life. CBT is useful for anxiety, low mood, and stress because it breaks issues into clear patterns to change.He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice difficult feelings without being driven by them and to clarify values that guide small actions. Client-Centered Therapy is part of his way of keeping the conversation focused on the client’s perspective and goals, letting the client lead what matters most.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. He will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs and goals and adjust plans as progress is tracked. That means trying techniques, reviewing what helps, and shifting focus if needed.
The profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten check-ins when needed, or avoid travel time. A therapist will explain practical arrangements and recommended session lengths when scheduling.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
North Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with most often?
He commonly helps people with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. He also works with caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, communication issues, and related concerns.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions?
He uses CBT to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and then tests alternative responses. Sessions include practical exercises to try between meetings and review their effects.
What is his professional background?
He has six years of professional work experience in counseling and related client support roles. That experience informs his structured, skills-focused approach.
What credentials and region are listed?
He holds the LCMHC credential and is licensed in North Carolina.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats does he offer?
Please confirm current session options before booking since specific formats are not listed in the profile. The therapist will clarify whether video, phone, or other formats are available.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the sign-up process.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the site.
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