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Danillie  Francis

Danillie Francis

LCSW

Therapist · Missouri · 7+ years of experience

Practical, compassionate support for strong emotions

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  • Client-centered care
  • CBT tools
  • Mindfulness practice

About Danillie

Danillie Francis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Missouri. She has seven years of experience as an LCSW and focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, addiction challenges, relationship and family concerns, and anger. She speaks English and accepts clients from outside the U.S.

Danillie aims to meet people where they are and treat them with respect and compassion. She listens first, then works with each person to shape conversations and goals that feel meaningful. She encourages small, practical steps that build on a person’s strengths.

In sessions she uses straightforward, down-to-earth language. She draws from client-centered ideas to keep the person’s goals central. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools are used to spot unhelpful thinking and try new behavior. Mindfulness practices help with staying present and reducing reactivity.

Danillie also integrates Internal Family Systems ideas to notice different parts of someone’s inner experience. This can help when feelings like anger, shame, or impulsivity get in the way. She tailors the mix of approaches to each person’s needs.

People who value a practical, respectful approach may find this style helpful. Danillie supports work on issues such as parenting strain, addiction recovery, mood difficulties, intimacy concerns, and life transitions. She invites clients to begin by taking a first step toward clearer priorities and steadier coping.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression

Also works with

Intimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Blended family issuesCommunication problemsDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Drug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

7+ years

Credentials

Missouri

Languages

English

Therapeutic approaches and online care that fit your life

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the person’s lead. The therapist creates a respectful space and helps you set goals that matter to you. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thought and behavior and offers practical exercises to change unhelpful reactions, which can be useful for anxiety, anger, and mood struggles.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose which methods to try based on needs, goals, and preferences. That process can include trying techniques and adjusting as you go so the plan feels useful and realistic.

Confirm the available session formats before booking since the biography does not list them. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, skip travel time, or choose a shorter check-in when schedules are tight. It also makes it possible for people outside the local area to work with a licensed professional in Missouri. The therapist will discuss scheduling and format options to help sessions fit into everyday routines.

At a glance

Listed location
Missouri
Experience
7+ years
Credentials
LCSW
Languages
English
License (Missouri)
LCSW · No. 2021008210
NPI
1134658677

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist help address?

Danillie works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family issues, depression, anger, self-esteem, career questions, ADHD, and related struggles.

How would you describe the therapy style here?

The approach is practical and person-focused. Conversations are shaped around each individual’s goals and use clear, everyday language.

What is the therapist's background and experience?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with seven years of practice as an LCSW, helping people with emotional and behavioral concerns.

Where is the therapist licensed and based?

Danillie holds an LCSW license in Missouri and practices with that credential.

Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?

Sessions are offered in English and Danillie accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

Please confirm session formats before booking, as the biography does not specify which formats are offered.

How does billing and cost work?

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

How do I begin working with this therapist?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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