I am Francesco Rizzo-Duffy (he/him), the owner of Anchored Mind Psychotherapy and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC). I earned my Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Seton Hall University and have over a decade of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds. As a first-generation Italian-American, who speaks the language as well, I value the role of culture, language, and identity in shaping our emotional lives and relationships. My work focuses on helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, substance recovery, LGBTQIA+ concerns, and serious mental health conditions across a range of care settings, including outpatient, inpatient, and community-based programs. Outside of my professional work, I value staying connected and grounded through personal, reflective practices that are meaningful to me, such as working with tarot, crystals, home cleansing rituals, and following the phases of the moon. These practices help me maintain balance, mindfulness, and presence in my day-to-day life. I am also a big foodie who loves discovering new restaurants and getting creative in the kitchen, especially baking sourdough with my starter, Ophelia. I am a proud Swiftie who has even met Taylor Swift, enjoy traveling with my husband and our Goldendoodle, Moira, and look forward to seasonal adventures like visiting lavender farms in the spring and going apple and pumpkin picking in the fall. Above all, I value spending meaningful time with friends and family and making memories along the way. Giving back to my community is deeply important to me. I am passionate about advocating for kindness, inclusion, and mental health awareness, and I was honored to receive the Outstanding Community Activist award in 2022 at the Kean University Human Rights Conference for my ongoing efforts to support and uplift others.