Umeka Franklin, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Umeka!

I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self-esteem and confidence, chronic illness and pain, coping, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.

My focus

The types of clients I typically work with are those dealing with depression, anxiety, coping, life transition, trauma, and job stress.

My approach

My therapeutic approaches are humanistic and existential.

My communication style

My communication style is conversational and relatable.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey to becoming a therapist was realizing that individuals deserve a platform of no judgment to share their experiences and situations in a safe environment, which is what I provide.

My goals for you

Goal setting with me is a mutual process set forth with the client based on how they prioritize what they would like to focus on.

Our first session

Clients can expect to enter a warm, safe, and welcoming space with me.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

EMDR

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Motivational Interviewing

+ 9 more

Focus populations

BIPOC

Educators

Military/Veterans

Police/Fire/First Responders

+ 4 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

+ 56 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Doctor of Education (EDD) in Educational Psychology from University of Southern California and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Umeka Franklin