Frances Pope, LPC, LCMHC - Therapist in New Mexico

Frances Pope helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, grief, depression, or major life changes.

01About Frances

Frances Pope helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, grief, depression, or major life changes. She writes and talks in a calm, straightforward way. Frances has 23 years of clinical experience and is licensed as an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) and LCMHC (Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor).

She focuses on making sessions feel open and nonjudgmental. People can talk about hard feelings and tough decisions without feeling rushed.

Background and approach

Frances pays attention to compassion fatigue and the toll caregiving or helping roles can take. Her work includes support for aging and geriatric issues, people facing cancer, and those dealing with drug or alcohol addiction. She also has experience in hospice and end-of-life counseling and in helping people cope with loss.

These areas shape how she listens and plans next steps in therapy. Frances aims to help people build practical ways to manage day-to-day stress and respond to emotional challenges. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each person’s situation.

Sessions move at a pace set by the client, with short-term goals and check-ins along the way. Based in New Mexico, Frances offers several online session formats to fit different needs. She supports people in English and does not work with international clients.

Getting started involves a brief matching questionnaire and scheduling through the site.

02Credentials

LPCC (New Mexico): License CTB-2023-0796 · expires September 2026
LPC (South Carolina): License 6740 · expires August 2027
LCMHC (North Carolina): License 6903 · expires June 2027
NPI: 1063654432 · national provider identifier

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03Focus areas and approaches

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04Online support

Practical approaches and flexible online care

Frances draws from evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage strong emotions and life transitions. One useful approach focuses on skills for managing anxiety and stress through breathing, grounding, and step-by-step coping plans that reduce overwhelm and improve daily functioning. Another approach emphasizes grief and loss work, helping people name feelings, track memories, and find ways to adjust routines and meaning after major changes.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Frances will talk with each person about their goals, strengths, and preferences and then suggest strategies to try. She adjusts methods over time based on what is helpful and what feels manageable for the client.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy fit into busy lives. Video can be good for a fuller conversation, phone works when bandwidth is limited, and chat or messaging suits quick check-ins or people who prefer writing. These options help people keep consistent care while balancing work, caregiving, or health needs.

05Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does this therapist help with?

Frances works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue. She also supports people dealing with aging and geriatric issues, cancer, addiction, and end-of-life matters.

How would you describe the therapy style and approach?

Sessions are collaborative and straightforward, with an emphasis on listening and practical strategies. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques adapted to each person's needs.

What is Frances' professional background?

She has 23 years of professional work experience helping people with emotional and life transition challenges. That background includes work with grief, hospice issues, and addiction-related concerns.

Where is this therapist based and what credentials do they hold?

Frances is located in New Mexico and holds LPC and LCMHC credentials. Her licensed credentials include South Carolina LPC and North Carolina LCMHC as documented.

Which languages are offered and do international clients work with her?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences.

How is cost handled for sessions?

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

What are the first steps to begin therapy?

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

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