- Client-centered work
- Cognitive behavioral tools
- Solution-focused goals
About Elizabeth
Dr. Elizabeth Franklin is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Missouri with 20 years of clinical experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, relationship and family concerns, and other life changes.
Her work focuses on practical steps people can use right away. She listens to what matters, then helps clients try approaches that fit their situation. Sessions often include talking through patterns, testing small behavior changes, and setting clear short-term goals.
Dr. Franklin uses client-centered methods alongside cognitive behavioral tools and solution-focused strategies. That means she pays attention to how clients see their problems, looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep difficulties going, and identifies immediate changes that can reduce distress.
She commonly addresses everyday pressures like workplace stress, parenting strain, sleep and eating problems, and difficulties with intimacy or communication. She also supports people coping with grief, bipolar mood concerns, and addiction-related issues, and helps with practical concerns such as career decisions and caregiving stress.
Her approach is straightforward and goal-oriented. Clients can expect clear options, brief skills practice, and regular check-ins about progress. Dr. Franklin asks about cultural background and life context to make recommendations that fit each person’s situation and values.
How her therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy is about focusing on the client's perspective and responding to what they say. It helps with building clarity about values, relationships, and personal goals through listening and reflective conversation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and behaviors affect mood and actions. It includes simple exercises to test unhelpful thoughts and to try small behavior changes, which is useful for anger, anxiety, sleep, and coping with stress. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on identifying immediate steps that move someone toward their goals. It is practical and keeps sessions focused on what changes are possible now rather than on lengthy exploration of the past. Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. She will discuss options and collaborate with the client to decide which methods match their goals, preferences, and current situation. For online sessions, confirm current session options before booking since formats are not listed in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can use online sessions to teach CBT exercises, set clear short-term tasks, and follow up on progress between meetings.Areas of expertise
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, relationship and family concerns, grief, and related issues listed in her specialties.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is practical and goal-oriented, combining client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral and solution-focused techniques.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of clinical experience as a practicing therapist in Missouri.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Missouri and conducts her practice from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are payments and cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.