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Frantica Hardaway, LCSW

  • Experience7 years
  • LocationNew York
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Addictions
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Frantica

Frantica Hardaway is an LCSW with seven years of clinical experience who draws on client-centered principles to help people move through stress, mood concerns, and life transitions.

Background and approach

She creates a welcoming environment that encourages honest reflection and collaborative problem solving, supporting clients who are coping with anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, and challenges that sap motivation. Her practice also addresses addiction, anger, relationship difficulties, career concerns, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.

Licensed to practice in New York and North Carolina, she blends solution-focused strategies and cognitive behavioral techniques to help clients identify practical next steps and shift unhelpful thought patterns. Frantica aims to empower people to explore values, build skills, and reclaim a sense of confidence and purpose.

She emphasizes respect and nonjudgment so clients can examine feelings and try new approaches at a comfortable pace. Her background includes work with matters related to aging and geriatric issues, hospice and end-of-life counseling, infidelity and jealousy, multicultural and women’s issues, workplace stressors, veteran concerns, and young adult transitions.

Frantica supports each person’s unique journey toward clearer goals and more effective coping.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care



Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a respectful, accepting space where the client's perspectives guide the work; this approach helps people feel heard and supports exploration of values and personal goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) emphasizes identifying and adjusting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering concrete tools for anxiety, depression, and motivation difficulties. Solution-focused therapy zeroes in on small, achievable steps and practical strategies to move forward when someone wants targeted change.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work together with clients to discuss needs, preferences, and goals and will adapt techniques over time so the plan fits what a person finds most helpful. This shared decision-making helps tailor therapy to each person's situation and priorities.

Online therapy using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging provides flexibility for people balancing work, caregiving, or geographic constraints. These formats make it easier to attend sessions from home or work, try different communication styles, and maintain continuity of care while pursuing practical strategies and emotional growth.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
She works with a range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, anger, relationship issues, grief, low self-esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.
What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?
The approach is client-centered and collaborative, using cognitive behavioral techniques and solution-focused methods to help identify goals and practical steps toward change.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
The therapist has seven years of professional work experience supporting clients with mood, motivation, and life transition issues.
Where is the therapist licensed and based?
She is licensed as an LCSW in New York and also holds an LCSW license in North Carolina with license numbers NY LCSW 091979 and NC LCSW C015089.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are conducted in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered for online work?
She provides a variety of remote formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different preferences.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are arranged through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with this therapist?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a session based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesGriefSelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityJealousyVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

7+ years

Licensed

North Carolina, New York

Languages

English