Dr. Victor Franco, LMHC
Bilingual therapy grounded in deep clinical experience
- English and Spanish sessions
- Trauma informed support
- LGBTQ affirming care
About Dr. Victor Franco
Dr. Victor Franco is a bilingual mental health counselor who provides therapy in both English and Spanish and brings 23 years of experience to his work. As an LMHC, he supports adults navigating a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, relationship and family challenges, grief, anger, self-esteem, and major life transitions.
His training is grounded in advanced graduate study across cognitive psychology, neuroscience, and psychoanalysis, and he continues doctoral studies in Counseling. This interdisciplinary background helps him look at emotional well-being from multiple angles, including how thoughts, brain-based patterns, and past experiences can shape present-day choices and relationships.
Dr. Franco remains engaged with national and international mental health organizations to stay current with evolving clinical knowledge and best practices. He has extensive experience supporting LGBTQ individuals and people recovering from trauma, including work with trauma survivors within a large organization in New York. Across his practice, his focus is on helping clients recognize core strengths, work through barriers to growth, and move toward a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
His training is grounded in advanced graduate study across cognitive psychology, neuroscience, and psychoanalysis, and he continues doctoral studies in Counseling. This interdisciplinary background helps him look at emotional well-being from multiple angles, including how thoughts, brain-based patterns, and past experiences can shape present-day choices and relationships.
Dr. Franco remains engaged with national and international mental health organizations to stay current with evolving clinical knowledge and best practices. He has extensive experience supporting LGBTQ individuals and people recovering from trauma, including work with trauma survivors within a large organization in New York. Across his practice, his focus is on helping clients recognize core strengths, work through barriers to growth, and move toward a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorder
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Imago Relationship Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Victor Franco have?
Dr. Victor Franco has 23 years of experience providing mental health care.
Is Dr. Victor Franco a licensed therapist?
Yes. Dr. Victor Franco is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York (NY LMHC 004151).
In which languages does Dr. Victor Franco provide therapy?
Dr. Victor Franco provides therapy in English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Victor Franco located?
Dr. Victor Franco is located in New York.
How can I work with Dr. Victor Franco as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Victor Franco through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Victor Franco work with international clients?
Yes. Dr. Victor Franco works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Victor Franco cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Evidence-Informed Approaches, Made Accessible Online
Dr. Victor Franco draws on several therapy approaches to support clients with concerns such as anxiety, stress, depression, trauma recovery, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and practicing new ways of responding, which can be especially useful when worry, low mood, or self-criticism start to take over daily life.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, while clarifying values and building habits that align with the life they want to live. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships and attachment patterns can show up in current connections, making it a helpful framework for intimacy concerns, family stress, and recurring relationship dynamics.
Finding the right fit is part of the process. Dr. Franco collaborates with clients to understand goals, preferences, and what has or has not worked before, then adjusts the approach over time to keep therapy practical and relevant.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. This variety can make it easier to stay consistent, fit sessions around a busy schedule, and get support in a format that feels comfortable.