About

Donya Franklin aims to inspire hope and support clients as they heal, change, and move toward their best selves. Her work emphasizes practical growth and compassionate support.

She is licensed in Georgia both as a marriage and family therapist and as a professional counselor. Donya earned a Master of Science in Clinical Counseling with a focus on Marriage and Family from the University of Northern Colorado in May 2010, and she brings 16 years of experience working in mental health, personal crisis, and relationship work.

Donya has worked with adolescents, adults, and groups addressing a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, LGBT issues, relationship problems, family conflicts, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting challenges, anger management, self-esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and ADHD.

Her clinical experience spans private practice, community settings, residential programs, outpatient services within a Community Mental Health Center, and a domestic violence facility. She describes her approach as eclectic, using evidence-based methods that best fit each client’s goals and needs. Commonly used modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness-based approaches, person-centered techniques, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and systemic therapy.

Donya views therapy as a collaborative partnership in which trust is essential. She looks forward to building a unique working relationship with clients and recognizes that seeking a therapist is a courageous step. Donya welcomes the opportunity to work alongside clients toward hope, healing, and meaningful change.

Location:
Georgia, United States
Years Experience:
16
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
Yes
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Depression, Family, LGBT, Relationship, Relationship, Stress, Anxiety
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Addictions, ADHD, Adoption, Anger, Attachment issues, BDSM, Bipolar, Blended family issues, Career, Caregiver issues and stress, Coaching, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Compulsion, Control issues, Coping with life changes, Divorce, Domestic violence, Eating, Family of origin issues, Forgiveness, Foster care, Gambling, Grief, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, Kink, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Non-monogamous relationships, Obsession, OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Parenting, Personality disorders, Phobias, Polyamory, Porn, Post-traumatic stress, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self esteem, Self-harm, Self-love, Separation, Sex addiction, Sexual dysfunction, Sexual trauma, Sexuality, Trauma and abuse, Veterans, Women’s issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: GA LPC LPC011972
  • NPI Number: 1720525959
  • License: LPC (Georgia) #LPC011972 exp 2026-09-30

Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?

Many people wonder whether remote counseling can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One of the main benefits is flexibility - clients can choose the format that fits their needs, whether that is video visits, phone calls, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility makes it easier to maintain consistent care around work, family, and other commitments.

Sessions are provided by licensed professionals, and clients have the option to change therapists if they want a different fit. For many people, online therapy offers an accessible and practical way to engage in meaningful therapeutic work without sacrificing the quality of care.

How much experience does Donya Franklin have?

Donya Franklin has 16 years of experience offering therapy services.

Is Donya Franklin a licensed therapist?

Yes. Donya Franklin is a licensed therapist in Georgia - GA LPC LPC011972.

In which languages does Donya Franklin provide therapy?

Donya Franklin provides therapy in English.

Where is Donya Franklin located?

Donya Franklin practices in Georgia.

How can I work with Donya Franklin as my therapist?

You can work with Donya Franklin via phone, video, live chat, or messaging.

How much does therapy with Donya Franklin cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a brief questionnaire to help match you with Donya Franklin. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.