Licensed clinical social worker recordMissouri
Kiara Franklin, LCSW
Missouri
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Relationships
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Missouri
- LCSW, licence 2024041891
- Licensed in Illinois
- LCSW, licence 149029486
- NPI
- 1225913353
- Experience
- 4 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Missouri
These details come from information Kiara supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Parenting support
About Kiara
Kiara Franklin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Missouri and Illinois with four years of professional experience. She focuses on everyday stresses that pile up - anxiety, parenting challenges, relationship and family concerns, and life changes. Kiara also works with grief, anger, compassion fatigue, and issues around self-esteem and confidence.
In sessions she uses straightforward, client-centered conversation. That means she listens first and follows the client's lead while offering practical feedback. She also uses solution-focused work to set short-term goals and identify small, concrete steps that make a difference between appointments.
Clients can expect help with communication problems, pregnancy and childbirth concerns, and common young adult issues. Kiara applies simple strategies to manage stress and to improve motivation and day-to-day functioning. She aims to translate discussions into clear actions people can try between sessions.
Her approach is collaborative. She asks about priorities and builds a plan that reflects a person's goals and schedule. Progress is tracked in practical ways, such as trying a coping technique or changing a daily habit.
Sessions are conducted in English. Because Kiara is licensed in Missouri and Illinois, she brings state-specific practice experience to issues that intersect with regional systems and family life. To begin, people choose a matching option and schedule an initial appointment.
BHow sessions work
How Kiara’s approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on active listening and responding to what matters most to the client. In practice this means the therapist reflects what the client says, asks clarifying questions, and helps clients name priorities. This approach suits people who want a supportive space to sort through feelings and make decisions.Solution-Focused Therapy zeroes in on practical steps and quick wins. Sessions often set a small, measurable goal and identify actions a person can try before the next meeting. This method is useful for managing stress, improving communication, and handling specific life changes.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. Kiara will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and schedule. The plan can shift over time based on what proves helpful and what life allows.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals often adapt exercises and goal tracking so progress continues between sessions without needing more frequent visits.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Missouri, Illinois
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, parenting, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, LGBT concerns, relationship and family problems, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, career and coaching.
How would you describe her therapy style?
She uses client-centered conversation to listen and follow the client's lead. She pairs that with solution-focused techniques to set short-term goals and practical steps.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has four years of professional work experience in clinical settings.
Is she a licensed clinician in my state?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Licensure is IL LCSW and MO LCSW, and she practices from Missouri.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
What are the session formats?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Confirm available session options before booking to know how sessions will be delivered.
How do I get started with therapy?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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