Francesco Rizzo

Relational, skills-focused therapy for lasting change

LMFT New Jersey

Experience: 13 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, LGBT
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Francesco

Francesco Rizzo offers guidance for people coping with stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy concerns, sleeping problems, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem issues, mood disorders such as bipolar and depression, and other life transitions.

Background and approach

He also addresses topics like ADHD, compassion fatigue, career concerns, and a range of related areas including attachment and communication difficulties. Francesco’s work emphasizes a collaborative, compassionate stance that helps clients examine emotional patterns and build practical skills.

He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with client-centered and emotionally-focused strategies to help clients shift unhelpful thoughts, improve communication, and deepen emotional awareness. Techniques from mindfulness and coaching inform interventions that support coping and gradual change.

With 13 years of clinical experience and licensure as an LMFT in New Jersey (NJ LMFT 37FI00193600), Francesco integrates structured approaches with a supportive therapeutic relationship. He offers multiple session formats to fit different needs and works with each person to set goals and track progress toward clearer thinking, healthier relationships, and greater resilience.

Using evidence-informed approaches during online sessions

Francesco commonly integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy in his online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety, depression, and stress, and it often includes practical exercises for daily life. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, non-directive stance where the therapist offers empathy and acceptance to help clients explore their feelings and build self-understanding.

Deciding which approach fits best is part of the initial collaboration; Francesco works with clients to identify goals, preferences, and what seems most helpful, and he may combine elements from different methods to match each person's needs. This collaborative planning helps ensure therapy stays relevant and responsive as goals evolve.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility for people balancing work, family, or other commitments. These options allow continuity of care when schedules or location make in-person visits difficult, and they make it easier to practice skills and follow up between sessions while maintaining regular access to a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Francesco commonly address?

He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy problems, sleep difficulties, parenting, anger, self-esteem, bipolar and depression, and other life transitions.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

His style is collaborative and compassionate, blending practical skill development with exploration of emotional patterns to help clients make meaningful changes.

What level of experience does he bring?

He has 13 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of emotional and relational challenges.

Where is Francesco licensed and practicing?

He is a licensed marriage and family therapist in New Jersey, credentialed as NJ LMFT 37FI00193600.

Can sessions be conducted in languages other than English?

Sessions are offered in English; he is not documented as providing services in other languages and is not accepting international clients.

What session formats are available?

Clients may connect by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and availability.

How are fees and payment arranged?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; services use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What is the process to begin working with him?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first appointment based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflicts

Also works with

Trauma and abuse GriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepression Coping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue ADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

13+ years

Licensed

New Jersey

Languages

English