- Stress and anxiety
- Depression support
- Family of origin
About James
Dr. James Franklin is a Michigan psychologist with 40 years of professional experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, and depression and also lists LGBT concerns, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, eating difficulties, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and ADHD among his areas of focus.
Franklin meets people in straightforward conversations. He invites clients to talk about what feels hard and listens to what they say. He aims to reduce judgment and make it easier to name feelings and problems.
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques in sessions. That means using methods supported by research to address mood, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive patterns, and trauma-related concerns. Practical strategies and clear explanations are part of his approach.
Over four decades of work in Michigan have given him experience with a wide range of life difficulties. He also notes additional interests such as attachment and abandonment concerns, body image, communication problems, and family of origin issues. These are areas he often helps people untangle.
Sessions are conducted in English. For people who want to begin, he asks them to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Costs vary with location and are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How therapeutic methods translate to online sessions
Two common evidence-based approaches he mentions using are cognitive strategies and trauma-focused methods. Cognitive strategies help people notice unhelpful thinking patterns and try different ways of thinking and acting to reduce anxiety and depression. Trauma-focused methods focus on helping people process distressing events and reduce their ongoing impact on mood and relationships.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and then recommend which methods to try first. That decision is collaborative and may change as sessions progress to match what is most helpful.
The biography does not list which session formats he runs, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online sessions fit day-to-day life because they can schedule shorter check-ins around work or study, avoid travel time, and fit therapy into a busy routine. Phone sessions can be used when a quieter connection or lower data use is needed, and video sessions let people work face to face from another location. Ask about available formats when you complete the matching questionnaire so sessions can be arranged to fit your schedule.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Experience
40+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kind of concerns does he work with?
He lists stress, anxiety, and depression and also notes work with relationship, family, trauma, eating, parenting, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and LGBT concerns.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He focuses on practical, evidence-based techniques and open conversation. Sessions emphasize naming feelings and discussing what is getting in the way.
How much experience does he have?
He has 40 years of professional work experience in Michigan.
What are his credentials and location?
He is listed as MI Psychologist 6301011551 and practices in Michigan.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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