20+ Years Exp - LCSW
Emily Franko
20+ Years Exp
LCSW
30 specialities
Accepts insurance
Telehealth appointments throughout
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Emily Franko
I am an independently licensed clinical social worker in Massachusetts, Ohio and Virginia, with over 20 years as a professional. I have experience in helping clients with managing depression, stress and anxiety, anger, feeling overwhelmed, motivation, self-esteem, and self-confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
I worked with a young adolescent with severe depression who did not feel comfortable talking with his parents about his inner thoughts and feelings. We worked together to find ways for that Client to communicate his emotional needs with his parents, implemented effective coping strategies and decreased the shame that Client experienced as a result of depression.
I find the best approach is a combination approach. Through Behavioral Therapy, we will gain an understanding of how your thoughts and behaviors are connected and what you can do to effect change. Client-centered therapy we explore different strategies or obtaining coping skills will allow you continue to progress, achieve and maintain the "Best You." After all, what works for one, does not work for all.
During your intake, you will learn a bit about what to expect while working with me. It is a time for us to get to know each other, make sure we are a good fit and establish a working treatment plan.
I am motivated by the fulfillment I feel sharing in my Client's journey to a happier place in life. Watching tears of pain transition to tears of joy from all the hard work put in by each Client to achieve their goals and dreams allows me to celebrate in their success!
Highlights
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
Ask yourself, “Am I the Best Me?” What is the answer? Do you feel pulled in a million directions, unable to fit it all in? Are you struggling to keep up with your relationships, work and health? Is it hard to be kind to yourself? Perhaps you are not sure what you are feeling or why you are feeling a certain way. Not to worry... Together, we will identify what's not working for you and get you back to balance or take the journey towards being the "Best You." Whether you're dealing with overwhelming emotions, lack of emotions, relationship issues or cycles of anxiety and depression, I'm here to help. Seeking therapy can feel scary but you're making the right choice. You deserve a safe space to heal and grow. In our sessions together, I'll meet you with compassion and evidence-based techniques and together we will identify individualized, effective coping strategies to meet the "Best You!"
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I utilize evidence-based therapies, including Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy & Grief and Loss.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My biggest strength as a clinician is to form a meaningful connection with clients early on, with a strong focus on strengths and support. I tend to ask a lot of questions to better understand your situation and how it is unique to you. It is important to understand the root cause of whatever you bring to therapy and begin to build skills and protective factors to allow you to be the “Best YOU!”
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