Donya was easy to talk to. I felt safe sharing with her. She was able to pinpoint issues that I needed help with and she helped me challenge myself when I was ready for more.
Donya Franklin, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Donya is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Donya. View 16 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Georgia
Recent reviews
Finding Donya has been such a blessing! She is very easy to talk to, a great listener and so knowledgeable in family dynamics. In a matter of a few short weeks, she’s managed to shed so much light on my concerns and help me implement change in ways I did not think possible. I’m very excited to continue with Donya and only wish I’d started sooner.
More about Donya
- 16 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
“Change the person in the mirror, and your world will change!”
Hello!
My name is Donya and my goal is to inspire hope; and assist clients to heal and change and be the best version of themselves. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I earned my Master’s in Clinical Counseling/Marriage and Family from University of Northern Colorado in May 2010. I have over fifteen years of experience in working with mental health, personal crisis, and relationships. I have worked with adolescents, adults, and groups of all ages on issues ranging from addiction, anger management, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, grief/loss, personal challenges, relationship issues, stress, trauma and many more.
I have worked in private practice, community settings, residential and outpatient settings of a Community Mental Health Center and a domestic violence facility. I would describe my approach to therapy as eclectic, drawing on a variety of modalities to best serve my client’s needs and goals. The modalities that have proven most useful are: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness-based Therapy, Person Centered Therapy; Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Systemic Therapy.
I believe therapy/counseling is a partnership and the most important aspect of the partnership is trust. I look forward to building a unique partnership with you, while gaining your trust. Taking the step to research and seek out a therapist is a very courageous step. I await with pleasure to work with you towards hope, healing, and change!
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Gottman Method
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Donya Franklin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720525959.
- LPC · Georgia · LPC011972 · Expires September 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Donya Franklin
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Donya was easy to talk to. I felt safe sharing with her. She was able to pinpoint issues that I needed help with and she helped me challenge myself when I was ready for more.
Finding Donya has been such a blessing! She is very easy to talk to, a great listener and so knowledgeable in family dynamics. In a matter of a few short weeks, she’s managed to shed so much light on my concerns and help me implement change in ways I did not think possible. I’m very excited to continue with Donya and only wish I’d started sooner.
Empathetic - understanding - great listener - great expertise advice
Donya is empathetic, personable and professional. She speaks from her heart and her mind which are a testament to her wisdom and passion to help others in their journey.
It was such a pleasure and wonderful experience working with Donya Franklin as a client. My journey with her was everything! I was willing to seek and achieve. Through the emotions, support and encouraging words, she is one of a kind! One of the best to come across for your needs. I recommend her for future clients. The guidance you need will be met on all levels. Thanks again Donya Franklin.
Donya is extremely kind-hearted and supportive, while still being direct and honest (and encourages the same from her clients). She is very approachable and I felt comfortable sharing personal issues with her. I worked with her for over a year and felt that I made good progress on taking charge of my mental health.
Donya and I have been working together for almost 3 months and the amount of growth I've experienced in this timeframe has been incredible. Donya let me vent all my fears and problems & then brought me back to center to constructively formulate a way to work through each issue. She absolutely amazing and I am totally blessed to have worked with her!
Very helpful and a great listener!
She is excellent & very attentive. & has a great ear for listening.
She is amazing
Mrs. Donya has done an awesome job at understanding the things i wanted to work on and creating strategic, actionable plans for me to reach my goals.
Donya is such a nice person and an amazing listener! She gives the best advice and ways to help with whatever you’re going through! If I present a problem to Donya she can always figure out an avenue to peace for me. Donya is great!
Donya was a pleasure to work with! She's very friendly and has provided me with lots of tools for managing stress and anxiety. I feel that I'm better able to go about my daily life with the help she's given me.
I feel more grounded and better able to cope with stress in my life. I see the light at the end of various tunnels that have felt endless in the past. I'm grateful for the support, the cheerleader she is (I needed that), and the firmness to tell me, "No, you're looking at that wrong" (I needed that). I love that the talks give me tangible assignments and skills to cultivate to lead a better, healthier life. Thank you for everything and i'm excited to keep going.
We've been working together for about a month and I have one word.... Transformational! I'm so grateful for the support. The guidance. The assignments that help me move and push forward! Excited for what the future holds.
She is funny and relatable. I feel like she is genuinely interested and this isn't just the "job".
Frequently asked questions
Does Donya Franklin offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Donya Franklin works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Donya Franklin speak?
Donya Franklin speaks English.
How many years of experience does Donya Franklin have?
Donya Franklin has 16 years of experience.
Where is Donya Franklin licensed to practice?
Donya Franklin is licensed to practice in Georgia.
Does Donya Franklin accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Donya Franklin does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Donya Franklin offer?
Donya Franklin offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Donya Franklin?
Donya Franklin can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Donya Franklin?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.