Mary Frances Brace
Staff Counselor
Mary Frances graduated with a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Counseling from Mississippi College and was granted P-LPC licensure in 2026. She served as a counseling intern for three semesters at The Center for Hope and Healing. She is excited to continue serving clients in her role as a full-time counselor.
Mary Frances works with adolescents and adults and is committed to providing individualized, client-centered care that recognizes the unique needs and goals of each person she serves. Whatever path of life you may be on, Mary Frances wants to meet you exactly where you are.
Her clinical approach incorporates evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and client-centered techniques. She works with clients experiencing a variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, OCD, and ADHD, tailoring treatment to help each individual develop meaningful skills and make lasting progress.
With a passion for supporting children and families, Mary Frances is also particularly interested in working with foster families. She hopes to provide compassionate, individualized support to foster children, adolescents, and adults as they navigate the unique challenges that can come with the foster care experience.