- Client-centered approach
- Solution-focused steps
- Parenting support
About Kiara
Kiara Franklin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Missouri with four years of professional experience. She helps people manage stress, anxiety, anger, relationship and family concerns, and the transitions that come with life changes. Kiara also supports clients dealing with grief, trauma and abuse, career questions, and issues related to parenting and young adulthood.
She uses a straightforward, person-focused approach in sessions. Conversations center on the client's goals and the problems they bring. Kiara listens and responds in ways that aim to make the work practical and useful. She adapts how she talks and plans care to fit each person's situation.
In practice she blends client-centered techniques with solution-focused methods. That means she pays attention to how a person sees their own difficulties while also identifying small steps and strategies that can be tried between sessions. This mix is often used for building coping skills and improving communication patterns.
Clients commonly talk with her about anger that shows up at home or work, growing resentment, or trouble saying what they need. She also helps parents facing the strain of pregnancy, childbirth, and raising young adults. Sessions tend to focus on clearer communication, managing reactions, and practical steps to regain control over stressful moments.
Kiara works in English and is licensed as an LCSW in both Illinois and Missouri. People who want to meet her are invited to use the site's sign-up flow to complete a brief questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How her approaches work in online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting back what a person says. It helps people feel understood and clarifies what they want to change. Solution-Focused Therapy looks for small, practical changes that can be tried quickly. It is often used to address issues like anger, communication, and stress by setting concrete short-term goals.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped before. Together they decide which mix of listening and action-oriented steps fits best for the client's situation.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter or more frequent check-ins, and reduce travel time. They can also make it simpler to practice communication or coping strategies in everyday settings without changing other routines.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Missouri, Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, anger, relationship and family issues, grief, trauma and abuse, career matters, parenting, and related concerns.
What style of therapy does she use?
She uses Client-Centered Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy, focusing on the client's perspective and practical steps to address problems.
How much experience does she have?
She has four years of professional work experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LCSW licensed in Illinois and Missouri and practices from Missouri.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Does she work with international clients?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.