Kayla Franks

Hi! My name is Kayla Franks. I’ve been a therapist for 10 years, working primarily with adolescents, adults, and families. It has been an honor and joy over the years to sit with clients and families during difficult seasons when they are needing support, direction, and a safe place to process what they are carrying.

I specialize in trauma and am certified in EMDR. I also work with people navigating anxiety, depression, family issues, stress, women’s issues, maternal mental health concerns, grief and loss, infertility, PTSD, relationship challenges, low self-worth, impulse issues, psychosis, and life transitions. Whether you are seeking support for yourself or your family, my goal is to create a space where you feel seen, supported, and able to explore your needs at a pace that feels right for you.

Relationship and trust are paramount to a successful therapy experience. It is so important to feel comfortable and safe in therapy in order to do deep processing work. Sometimes trust develops quickly, and sometimes it takes time. I want to provide that space for clients who are ready to explore their needs while feeling respected and supported throughout the process.

My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and collaborative. I draw from EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Attachment-Based Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and family-systems approaches. Depending on your needs, our work may focus on processing trauma, understanding emotional patterns, strengthening relationships, building coping skills, improving family communication, managing anxiety or depression, or developing a stronger sense of self-worth and emotional stability.

In the first session, my main focus is getting to know you better, building trust, and understanding your reasons for coming to therapy. I typically take more of a backseat approach so you have room to lead, share what feels important, and process your needs and concerns freely.

You can expect a warm, patient, and supportive environment where we do not rush the process. We will work together to understand what has been difficult, what you hope will change, and what kind of support feels most helpful. Over time, therapy can help you feel more grounded, strengthen coping skills, process painful experiences, improve relationships, and build confidence in your ability to move through life’s challenges with greater clarity and resilience.