Jennifer De Francisco, MPA MSW LCSW

A few years ago, as a person who was/​is stubbornly reluctant to reach-​out and ask for help, let alone admit that I see a therapist; needed help managing my battle with depression. After my obsessive research on who I would schedule «The» appointment with, I read an article on Jennifer’s blog and felt that I understood where she was coming from and set up time to meet.
That was over two years ago, and I continue to attend therapy with Jennifer. My battle with depression still lingers on, but the prognosis is good. Due in large part to having a safe place to discuss and work through the thoughts/​feelings that cause me bother. She listens without judgment and creates a conversational environment. We can follow the structure of picking up where we left off… or go where the conversation takes us.
Great choice if you are seeking help through a tough place.

Jennifer has really changed my relationships and way of thinking for the better. I’ve been to multiple therapists and never found one as insightful and understanding, yet challenging, as Jennifer. She’s flexible with your schedule and always present with you. She strikes the perfect balance of listening and offering thoughts. Assertive when she needs to be. Amazing listener when she needs to be. If you’re looking for an intelligent therapist– go see her!!!

Jennifer is very friendly and easy to talk to, and is able to get the the heart of the issue. Along with the easy environment in office Jennifer gives great ideas on how to work through issues in real world situations as well. Our marriage has greatly improved since we have seen Jennifer and would highly recommend her!

As a mental health professional and marriage counselor, I could not recommend Jennifer highly enough. It is definitely not easy to decide on a therapist, since it can be a very personal thing to ask friends and family, and it is important to make sure that the person is not just an «understanding» person, but that they can really help you. She has had years of experience and really understands the difficulties that occur in marriage dynamics. She really cares about her clients and will do the hard work needed to help improve communication and created a more bonded relationship.

I came across Dr. Jennifer De Francisco by pure chance when i became her hairstylist. We became aquatinted with each other over the last year or so and when the topic of her profession came up, I jumped at the chance to become her «unofficial patient». (which yes is ironic because one usually goes to the salon to vent to their hairstylist not the other way around.) Jennifer being the kind hearted person she is also unofficially accepted the challenge to help me. Our session usually consist of me venting about my husband and the ups and downs married couples go through, while I take care of her hair needs. She is such an attentive and caring listener that I couldn’t feel more comfortable opening up to her as if it was my bestie on the other end. Her wisdom, knowledge, and experience serve as a perfect platform to her even more superior skills of guidance… She has helped and guided me to become a stronger person as well as a stronger partner in my relationship. I call that a win win! Jennifer is just amazing at what she does. I can only imagine how much more she has to offer to all her official patients. All in all I would recommend Jennifer to anyone looking for a little guidance or even an outsiders perspective because she’s is worth every minute of your time. I couldn’t be more grateful to have her in my life even if it’s «unofficial.» You will love her too:)

I work in the same office as Jennifer, and I am a witness to the knowledge, professionalism, and genuine care she shows her clients. She is extremely down to earth and very easy to talk to!!! She is also a woman who has motivated and inspired me to move in a positive direction in my life, and I’m truly grateful for her.

I’ve really gotten a lot of benefit from talking to Jennifer… she is extremely smart and can usually get right to the heart of the issue pretty quickly. She’s also just enjoyable to talk to… she has a good sense of humor and is understanding/​empathetic (without letting you get away with anything). Overall I found it really useful.

Just by reading Jennifer’s blog, you can see the amount of caring she puts into her practice. She is thorough, but not «preachy» in any way. She is highly educated and well-​versed in advance therapeutic techniques, but she doesn’t talk down to you. Her insights are direct and to the point, but she is gentle and non-​judgmental in her assessments. I’d recommend her to anyone needing a competent, compassionate therapist who will listen, understand and help you work through your situation.

My husband and I went to Jennifer for couples counseling for a few problems we were having in our marriage. We found her to be knowledgeable, helpful, and insightful.

Three words: Professional, Competent, Approachable
My wife and I have worked with Jennifer DeFrancisco for over three years (our case is an unusually tough one). This has provided ample time to observe, learn about, and evaluate Jennifer.
Jennifer keeps current and enhances her already impressive depth and diversity of knowledge, experience and skills through ongoing professional and scholarly activities. She is informative on a wide range of topics and very flexible with alternate approaches when we encounter roadblocks in the process. Her feedback is consistently thoughtful and insightful.
Jennifer deals with difficult and frustrating resistance, including abuse for her efforts, on a regular basis. She weathers this with the patience of a near-​saint. Her commitment to her clients remains absolute.
Jennifer practices nonjudgmental acceptance, treating clinets’ issues and feelings with respect, understanding, empathy and compassion. She successfully walks a very fine line in the few cases where she feels that she must be assertive.
Jennifer continues to reveal policies and procedures she employs to protect and respect her clients’ privacy and sensitivities.
Jennifer allows her clients to get to know her as a person and earns a relationship as a caring and trusted friend. She demonstrates genuine personal emotional concern for her clients’ welfare.
Jennifer has repeatedly placed her clients before her personal life. Being a therapist is clearly not just a job for her — it is what and who she is.

I’ve known Jennifer De Francisco for many years and I always feel very comfortable talking with her. Highly recommended!