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Frances Merz, LPC

  • Experience19 years
  • LocationNew Jersey
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Self esteem
  • Therapy approachesCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy
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About Frances

Frances Merz is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in New Jersey with more than 19 years of clinical experience.

Background and approach

She approaches counseling as a collaborative effort for people who want to make meaningful changes - whether that means resolving a specific problem, improving a life situation, making decisions, or gaining a deeper understanding of personal circumstances.

She draws from an eclectic set of counseling techniques and selects methods based on each client’s strengths and needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all plan. Her work has included supporting people coping with low self-esteem, social anxiety, general anxiety, parenting challenges, career concerns, and the everyday stresses that affect daily life.

She particularly enjoys working with college students and with individuals navigating life transitions. Merz works with clients who are contemplating or recovering from weight loss surgery and provides medical advocacy support for those who need help preparing for medical appointments, formulating questions for providers, and managing the emotional aspects of health-related issues.

She does not provide marriage or relationship counseling online, nor does she provide services for serious mental illness in an online format. Counseling with Frances Merz is intended as a joint process that requires the client's effort and engagement.

She emphasizes flexibility in treatment planning so that techniques match the person in front of her. She is available Monday through Thursday and typically replies to messages within 24 hours.

Frances looks forward to supporting and empowering clients in their therapeutic goals.

Evidence-informed approaches and online care

Frances Merz integrates practical, goal-oriented methods into online work to help clients manage specific concerns and make measurable progress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, sleep difficulties, and stress-related issues. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on clients’ goals and strengths by building on what is already working and developing concrete steps toward desired changes - it can be especially useful for managing short-term problems and navigating life transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Frances collaborates with each client to determine which strategies best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so treatment aligns with the client's progress and evolving concerns.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for people balancing school, work, family, or medical commitments. These options make it easier to access a licensed professional from home or between appointments, and they support consistent engagement so clients can work toward their goals in ways that fit their schedules.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Frances Merz have?
Frances Merz has 19 years of experience as a clinical counselor.
Is Frances Merz a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC. Her license is listed as NJ LPC 37PC00409500.
In which languages does Frances Merz provide therapy?
Frances Merz provides therapy in English.
Where is Frances Merz located?
She is located in New Jersey.
How can I work with Frances Merz as my therapist?
You can work with Frances Merz through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Frances Merz work with international clients?
No. Frances Merz does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Frances Merz cost?
Costs 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 is 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 by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesBipolar disorderDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Life purposeSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

19+ years

Licensed

New Jersey

Languages

English

What Frances can help with

Frances Merz works with clients on stress and anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes.

How Frances approaches therapy

Frances's clinical approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Frances is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in New Jersey, with 19 years of clinical experience.