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Dr. James Franklin, Psychologist

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

James 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 James. View 10 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Michigan

Recent reviews

Dr. Franklin is a deeply insightful and supportive man. He listens and has a wealth of experience to draw on. I feel more and more healed every session.

Reviewed December 2024

Dr. Franklin is awesome, he has helped me a lot

Reviewed March 2024

More about James

  • 40 years' experience
  • Male
  • Psychologist

I am licensed in Michigan with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a happier and more fulfilling life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Depression LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Eating disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Bipolar disorder ADHD Abandonment Attachment issues Avoidant personality Body image Communication problems Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Divorce and separation Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Life purpose Midlife crisis Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Post-traumatic stress Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Social anxiety and phobia Workplace issues Young adult issues

Licenses

Dr. James Franklin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003542523.

  • Psychologist · Michigan · 6301011551 · Expires December 2025

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 Dr. James Franklin

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

10 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Helped Amazing Insightful Listens The best Helpful Recommend Supportive Understanding

Dr. Franklin is a deeply insightful and supportive man. He listens and has a wealth of experience to draw on. I feel more and more healed every session.

Reviewed December 2024

Dr. Franklin is awesome, he has helped me a lot

Reviewed March 2024

Dr. Franklin makes me feel like I can tell him anything.

Reviewed January 2024

Helped me out a ton, listen and cares! Highly recommended!

Reviewed November 2023

Dr.Franklin is great, he listens and understands and has helped me a lot, he’s very comprehensive and open minded, I highly recommend him

Reviewed November 2023

A very patient, kind, and understanding man. 10/10

Reviewed September 2023

He's amazing, informative, and really helpful.

Reviewed February 2023

Dr. Franklin is simple amazing. I can’t say enough great things about him and I’ve enjoyed all of our sessions we’ve had. He’s a great listener and very insightful.

Reviewed December 2022

I have seen many therapists over the years and Dr. Franklin is the best! His insight has helped me tremendously. He is very kind, and he has a great sense of humor too. I feel heard, encouraged, and supported. He tunes into things I didn’t even realize I needed to speak about. I look forward to our sessions.

Reviewed November 2022

Simply put Dr. Franklin is the best therapist there is.

Reviewed September 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. James Franklin offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dr. James 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 Dr. James Franklin speak?

Dr. James Franklin speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dr. James Franklin have?

Dr. James Franklin has 40 years of experience.

Where is Dr. James Franklin licensed to practice?

Dr. James Franklin is licensed to practice in Michigan.

Does Dr. James Franklin accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Dr. James 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."

How can I communicate with Dr. James Franklin?

Dr. James 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 Dr. James 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.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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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.