Carla Francis, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Carla is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Carla is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Carla
- 10 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Are you finding it hard to get through the day without sadness, anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, or frustration that makes it difficult to enjoy or balance daily life? Are you struggling to feel good about yourself? If you’re reading this, you’ve already taken a brave step toward caring for yourself, and that’s huge. Seeking therapy or asking for help can be difficult, so I want you to know I’m proud of you for taking this step. I’m here to support you as you continue moving forward.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Centivo
- Cigna
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Relational
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Licenses
Carla Francis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023133584.
- LCSW · California · 67038 · Renews November 2026
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Carla Francis offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Carla Francis works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Carla Francis speak?
Carla Francis speaks English.
How many years of experience does Carla Francis have?
Carla Francis has 10 years of experience.
Where is Carla Francis licensed to practice?
Carla Francis is licensed to practice in California.
Does Carla Francis accept insurance?
Yes, Carla Francis accepts Centivo and Cigna.
Does Carla Francis accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Carla Francis does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Carla Francis offer?
Carla Francis offers clients Trauma-Focused Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How do I get started with Carla Francis?
Just tap the BOOK NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey.