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Emma Franke

Emma Franke

LPCC

Therapist · Ohio · 6+ years of experience

Compassionate practical support for life’s challenges

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  • Strengths focused
  • Practical tools
  • Goal oriented

About Emma

Emma Franke is a licensed professional counselor with six years of experience helping people work through stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, and anger. She focuses on practical steps that build confidence and motivation. Emma emphasizes the client’s own knowledge of their life and draws on strengths already present. She frames the first step toward change as an act of courage and offers steady support along the way.

Emma approaches sessions as a collaborative process. She listens for patterns tied to trauma, attachment, or family history and helps people notice how those patterns affect daily choices. Conversations move from understanding toward small, doable changes that improve mood, sleep, and relationships. Practical skills and straightforward tools are introduced at a pace that fits each person.

Her work often covers grief, addiction concerns, body image and eating issues, and caregiver stress. She also supports people navigating career shifts, parenting strain, and the ups and downs of bipolar mood changes. When anger shows up, she helps people recognize triggers and try new ways to respond.

Emma practices in Ohio as an LPCC, which stands for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. That credential reflects her regulated practice in the state. Sessions are conducted in English. International clients are not accepted at this time.

Taking the next step begins with a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a first appointment. Emma aims to make early sessions focused and clear, so goals and next steps are easy to see.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesNarcissismPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

6+ years

Credentials

Ohio

Languages

English

How evidence-informed techniques work online

Emma uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on concrete change and symptom relief. One common approach helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and try new behaviors to reduce anxiety and depression; it focuses on practicing small changes between sessions. Another approach centers on attachment and relational patterns, helping people see how earlier relationships shape current trust, anger, and communication; it teaches new ways to connect and set boundaries.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. That means trying techniques, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan together as progress is reviewed.

If you prefer online therapy, confirm the specific session options before booking because the biography does not list formats. Online work can make scheduling easier and reduce travel time, which helps fit therapy into a busy day. It can also allow shorter check-ins when time is limited and let people choose sessions that match their energy levels, such as phone calls when video would be tiring. Licensed professionals can adapt therapy tools to remote sessions so goals and homework remain clear and practical.

At a glance

Listed location
Ohio
Experience
6+ years
Credentials
LPCC
Languages
English
License (Ohio)
LPCC · No. E.2203022
NPI
1013569219

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Emma address?

She helps with stress, anxiety, anger, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, depression, and related concerns such as eating, sleeping, and caregiver stress.

What is her approach to therapy?

Therapy is collaborative and practical. Emma listens for patterns, highlights strengths, and introduces small, doable skills to improve daily functioning.

How much experience does she have?

Emma has six years of professional work experience in counseling and related clinical settings.

What credentials and location apply?

She holds the LPCC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, and practices in Ohio.

Which languages and international options are available?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are offered?

Confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify session formats.

How is cost handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with Emma?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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