Franklin Cardona

Franklin Cardona is an LPC with 25 years of experience helping people cope with stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, depression, and relationship concerns. He speaks English and Spanish and works with clients across Tennessee and internationally. His manner is warm and approachable, and he focuses on practical ways to help people feel steadier in day-to-day life.

He draws from several therapy styles to match each person’s needs. Franklin uses Attachment-Based Therapy to look at how early relationships shape current patterns. He also uses Client-Centered Therapy to center the conversation on the person’s goals, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. He has experience working with trauma and has used EMDR for some clients.

Franklin’s background includes work in hospitals and clinics supporting people with depression, anxiety, grief, and dual diagnoses. He spent many years working with soldiers and civilians experiencing PTSD, which influenced his focus on trauma-informed care. He also has a PhD in Education with an emphasis on conflict management, useful when addressing interpersonal problems.

In sessions he aims to build a positive therapeutic relationship and to keep things practical. He helps people set concrete goals and try small changes between visits. Franklin encourages a collaborative process where the person’s priorities guide the work.

If you prefer a clinician who blends evidence-based techniques with a friendly approach, he may be a good fit. Ask about language options and session details when you reach out to start therapy.

How Franklin’s Approaches Translate to Online Work

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns. Online sessions can use this approach to identify attachment needs and practice new ways of relating. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on finding and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. That method often includes concrete exercises and homework that can be tracked between sessions. EMDR is a trauma-focused approach that some clients have used to process distressing memories and reduce their emotional charge.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. Franklin will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit their goals and comfort level. He adjusts techniques based on what’s working and checks in regularly so the plan stays relevant.

Confirm the session formats available before booking so you know how sessions will be scheduled. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and provide more flexible scheduling options. Different session styles also let people pick what works best for them, whether they prefer to focus on talk-based problem solving, practice skills between visits, or use trauma-focused methods when ready.