Martinie Franks, LCSW
- Stress and anxiety support
- Relationship and communication help
- Flexible online sessions
About Martinie Franks
Her approach treats each person as the expert of their own story, building on existing strengths to navigate challenges and pursue meaningful change. Martinie emphasizes practical coping skills alongside emotional support, helping individuals identify goals, experiment with new strategies, and strengthen resilience. She frames the decision to seek help as a courageous step and aims to empower and support clients through the process of change.
Sessions with Martinie are collaborative and client-centered, tailored to the needs and values of each individual. She blends encouragement with evidence-informed techniques to help clients move toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Martinie Franks have?
Martinie Franks has 15 years of professional experience.
Is Martinie Franks a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). License details are provided as TX LCSW 109549 and AR LCSW 10114-C.
In which languages does Martinie Franks provide therapy?
Martinie Franks provides therapy in English.
Where is Martinie Franks located?
Martinie Franks is located in Missouri.
How can I work with Martinie Franks as my therapist?
You can work with Martinie Franks through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Martinie Franks work with international clients?
Martinie Franks does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Martinie Franks cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Martinie Franks
Martinie Franks draws on client-centered therapy to place the individual's goals and values at the center of the work, offering empathetic listening and collaboration to help people find their own solutions and build on existing strengths. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is used to identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and to teach practical strategies for reducing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, provides skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, making it useful for managing intense emotions and improving relationship interactions.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Martinie works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors treatment plans and adjusts techniques over time based on what is most helpful.
Online therapy with Martinie offers flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - which allows therapy to fit into varied schedules and life circumstances. These options make it easier to maintain consistent care, access support from home, and continue progress even when in-person visits are not possible.