Description
Franca Bibow (she/her) is a Psychotherapist, Yoga Teacher, and Reiki Practitioner practicing at Empowered Spaces in St. Louis. She also is a Licensed Master of Social Work (in the process of becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker).
Franca provides therapy to adolescents, 13 years and older, and adults of all ages. She enjoys working with individuals across diverse backgrounds and identities, with a specific joy to work with LGBTQIA+ identifying individuals. Her approach is gentle, compassionate, embodied, and relational.
She states, "If you find yourself stuck in the numbing loop of perfectionism and self-criticism, please know there is absolutely nothing wrong with you. These patterns and beliefs are often your body’s way of protecting you, strategies that once helped you survive, even if they are no longer serving you now. In your work together, you’ll slow down and begin to listen to what is happening inside – not just your thoughts, but also to what your body and nervous system are communicating."
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Detailed Resource Information
Populations Prioritized
Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria Present
- Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria Present
Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria
- 13+
Age
- Youth (13-18)
- Adults (19-64)
- Seniors (65+)
Gender
- Transgender Women
- Transgender Men
- Non-Binary
- Agender
- Cisgender Men
- Cisgender Women
- Gender Non-Conforming
- Genderfluid
- Genderqueer
- Queer
- Questioning
- Two-Spirit
- Unknown/NA
Sexuality
- Asexual Spectrum
- Aromantic Spectrum
- Bisexual
- Pansexual
- Gay
- Heterosexual / Straight
- Lesbian
- Queer
- Questioning
- Two-Spirit
- Non-Monogamous / Polyamorous
Race & Ethnicity
- Alaska Native
- Arab / Middle Eastern
- Asian: Central Asian / Asian American
- Asian: East Asian / Asian American
- Asian: South Asian / Asian American
- Asian: West Asian / Asian American
- Balkan / Bosnian
- Biethnic / Multiethnic
- Biracial / Multiracial
- Black / African-American / African Descent
- Hispanic
- Latine / Latinx
- Native American / Indigenous / First People / American Indian
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
- White / Caucasian / European American
- Jewish
Locations Served
Geographically Bound
- Yes
Location(s) Served Notes
- St. Louis Metro/Missouri
State
- Missouri
County
- Crawford County (MO)
- Franklin County (MO)
- Jefferson County (MO)
- Lincoln County (MO)
- St. Charles County (MO)
- St. Louis City (MO)
- St. Louis County (MO)
- Warren County (MO)
Identity Affirming Vetting Policies
Vetted or Listed As Trans-Affirming
- Yes: Vetted by Trans Community Members on Facebook in 2022-24
Sexual Orientation-Affirming Policies
- Staff is Trained in LGBTQIA+ Issues
- Curriculum or Content Includes LGBTQIA+ Perspectives
- Service & Outreach Policies Promote Sexuality Diversity Among Clientele
Gender Identity-Affirming Policies
- Staff is Trained in Trans Issues
- Curriculum or Content Includes Trans Perspectives
- Supports Gender-Affirming Self-Care Rituals (e.g. Binding, Tucking, Packing)
Black/BIPOC-Affirming Policies
- Staff is Trained in Race & Ethnicity Issues
- Curriculum or Content Includes Black/BIPOC Perspectives
- Service & Outreach Policies Promote Racial & Ethnic Diversity Among Clientele
Other Accessibility Factors
Ways to Access Resource
- Virtual Option(s) Available
- Transportation to Physical Location Not Required
Cost
- Sliding Scale (fee based on income and other factors)
- Standard Pricing
Cost: Notes
- Individual Session (45-50 minute) - Ranges from $80 - $185
Payment or Insurance Accepted
- Cash or self-payment
- No insurance or other funding accepted
Payment or Insurance Accepted Notes
- To ensure complete focus on clinical care, this practice does not directly bill through any insurance plan. However, insurance-ready statements will be provided that review the services you have accessed.
Accessible to Wheelchairs & Mobility Devices
- Accessible Parking available
- Ramp(s) available
Accessible to Wheelchairs & Mobility Devices Notes
- The building is a house used for a meeting space. There are a few stairs to reach the entrance. A ramp to get into the space from the parking lot is available. Call ahead for accessibility questions.