Beaches Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

03/28/2023

Dear clients:

I need to inform you that as of March 31, 2023, I am retiring from my practice of clinical psychology. If you would like to continue with another therapist, I recommend searching via the www.psychologytoday.com website. It includes therapists’ orientations, credentials, locations, contact information, insurances accepted, and various other informative details.

I have been licensed and in part-time practice since 1970. So, it is time to get some rest. I am sorry we could not continue indefinitely.

If you already have a future confirmed appointment, we will keep that one. Otherwise, I am no longer accepting new appointments.

Wishing you excellent psychological health,

Dr. Louis R. Franzini

03/13/2023

Dr. Franzini is pleased to announce the availability of his new Kindle e-book "A Guide to Video Gaming & Behavioral Addictions for Concerned Parents and Counselors: Distinguishing Bad Behaviors from Mental Disorders." In our society we have learned to believe that the overuse of certain behaviors is actually a mental disorder requiring professional treatment. For example, eating, drinking alcohol, shopping, dieting, medications, and even exercising and time on the internet are all appropriate and enjoyable in reasonable amounts. This guidebook clarifies how behavioral disorders become diagnosable as a mental disorder and the subjectivity involved. Suggestions for modifying the "addictions" shown by your children or yourself are provided.

This book discusses whether excessive videogaming and internet browsing are proper examples of "addictions." The characteristics and the consequences of these problem behaviors are described. The negative aspects occurring in adults and children from overuse are illustrated. Interesting...

05/26/2020

Good morning! Due to popular demand, I have decided to offer sessions 100% remotely. This change allows me to be more flexible for your schedule, broadening my hours to any day of the week at any time. This also provides total privacy to you as you can see me in the comfort of your own home. In addition, since I don't have any overhead, I am passing on those savings to you and reducing my hourly fee. Payments can easily be made through Venmo, PayPal, or Zelle. Sessions can be conducted through FaceTime, Google Duo or Zoom.

05/25/2020

Thank you to the men, women and families who sacrifice so very much.

03/30/2020

We are all experiencing unprecedented changes in our daily lives, creating unusual personal stress. As such, I am expanding my hours and reducing my rates to accommodate all schedules and provide tele-sessions via phone or FaceTime. Please message me or call my office for an appointment. I am sorry, but I do not accept insurance at this time.

03/02/2020

Dr. Franzini, author of 4 books, was asked to participate in the Jacksonville Book Fair. He had a great time meeting a lot of people and other local authors. You can find Dr. Franzini’s books at your local bookstore or on Barnes and Noble and Amazon. We also have copies at our office that we sell at a discount.