Francesca Papazis

I believe you know yourself better than anyone else. I also believe humans are built for connection, and when you find a therapist that is the right fit for your needs, therapy can be healing. I specialize in working with anxiety, relationship challenges, sexuality/identity exploration, sex therapy, LGBTQIA+, attachment healing, life transitions, and past/childhood trauma, though I am here to support you with whatever topics you choose to bring into session. I encourage safety and empowerment during sessions while compassionately challenging you to work toward your goals and embrace your intuitive sense of self. I view therapy primarily through an attachment-based and psychodynamic lens. Therefore, I see the way our early experiences inform how we show up in our relationships with others, as well as ourselves. I use a feminist framework, validating how our social/cultural identities and political environment impact our wellness. I am sex-positive, nonjudgemental, & queer/gender-affirming. I bring my extensive experience in youth advocacy into my clinical work, and because of this, I am sensitive to intergenerational trauma & traumatic stress caused by systems. As a certified yoga instructor, I also value the mind-body connection, noticing how emotions can manifest somatically. If you feel we would be a good fit, call or email out to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation. I have availability in-person on Fridays and virtually on Mondays - Thursdays. I also offer evening hours. I look forward to connecting with you! Please visit our website (https://www.cultivatecounselingcollective.com/francesca-papazis) or my Psychology Today profile (https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/francesca-papazis-philadelphia-pa/1196703) for more information.