- CBT techniques
- Attachment focus
- EMDR informed
About Franklin
Franklin Cardona is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Tennessee with 25 years of experience. He helps people who struggle with anger, stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, relationship and family concerns, and other life changes. He speaks English and Spanish and works with clients who need support for a wide range of issues.
He uses straightforward talk and practical strategies rather than jargon. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot patterns that keep problems going. He also uses Attachment-Based and Client-Centered approaches to help people understand their close relationships and feel heard during sessions.
Franklin’s background includes long work in hospitals and clinics where he helped people with co-occurring conditions like depression and substance issues. He also has experience treating trauma and post-traumatic stress from working with soldiers and civilians between 2007 and 2020. That experience informs how he approaches reactions people have after painful events.
Sessions focus on clear goals and step-by-step changes. Franklin will listen to what matters most to the client, identify the behaviors and thoughts that cause trouble, and introduce skills to manage strong feelings and cravings. He uses brief exercises, conversational reflection, and proven techniques in session.
Clients can expect a pragmatic style that balances emotional exploration with concrete tools. He helps people address intimacy and parenting strains, work-related frustration, body image and eating concerns, and challenges linked to identity and attachment. For those who have moved through loss or big life transitions, he offers ways to rebuild routines and coping skills.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Franklin works with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and try small behavior changes. CBT can be useful for anger, anxiety, and mood shifts because it breaks problems into observable steps.He also draws on Attachment-Based Therapy to look at patterns in close relationships and how early bonds shape reactions. This approach helps when anger or resentment repeats in relationships. Client-Centered work means the therapist listens and reflects so clients feel understood while they try new strategies.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. He will collaborate with each person to pick methods that match their goals, comfort level, and the problems they want to address. That may mean more skills practice, deeper work on past events, or a balance of both.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. They also let people choose whether to use video or audio depending on bandwidth and comfort. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and EMDR-informed techniques for remote sessions when appropriate.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Tennessee
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
Which concerns does he help with?
He works with anger, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, depression, relationship and family issues, and related problems such as eating and parenting concerns.
What is his approach in sessions?
He uses a mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based methods, and client-centered conversation to identify patterns and teach practical skills.
How much experience does he have?
He has 25 years of clinical experience, including hospital and clinic work and years treating trauma and PTSD.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Tennessee and practices there.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Does he work with clients outside the country?
He accepts international clients; confirm session logistics before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.