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Francesca Strickler, MA
Couples Counselor
As a couples counselor, I believe that healing and connection begin with presence. My work is rooted in creating a space where both partners feel heard, seen, and safe to be vulnerable. I take a soft, intentional approach—one that honors the complexity of relationships while gently guiding you back to each other.
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Couples therapy with me looks like:
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A calm, affirming space to process and reconnect
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Intentional questions that invite clarity, not confusion
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Practical tools grounded in empathy, not ego
Qualifications:
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Master’s Degree in Marriage, Couples, & Family Counseling
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Bachelor’s degree in Psychology
Specialties:
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Couples facing communication problems
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Couple seeking deeper connection & understanding
Get to Know Me Better
TV or Movie couple you would love to counsel:
Big and Carrie from Sex and the City! They've got chemistry, history, and a lot to unpack.​
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What’s something you wish all couples knew:
Great relationships aren’t about being perfect. They’re about showing up, being honest, and choosing each other daily.​
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Favorite relationship problem to help people with:
Turning “you always” into “I feel”- and seeing couples go from arguing to understanding.
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Ideal vacation:
An island, a beach chair, and absolutely no to-do list.​
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Favorite relationship related book:
Come As You Are by Emily Nagoski. It’s honest, refreshing, and helps people feel way less alone in how they experience sex and relationships.