Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapy Partner in St. Louis Park
Franklin Family Services has been dedicated to mental health counseling and therapy for over two decades, offering compassionate care to individuals, couples, families, and children. Our team of licensed professionals brings extensive experience in addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and life transitions through evidence-based practices like EMDR, CBT, and DBT. We prioritize client-centered care, fostering collaborative relationships to create personalized treatment plans that empower clients to achieve emotional well-being and sustainable growth. With flexible scheduling and a sliding fee scale, we strive to make quality mental health services accessible to diverse communities in St. Louis Park and surrounding areas. 
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Child Play Therapy
Family Therapy
Addiction Recovery
Trauma Treatment
EMDR Therapy
Biofeedback Services
SAP Assessments
Spiritual Counseling
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of experience in trauma, addiction, and mental health counseling.
- Our diverse team includes specialists in EMDR, DBT, and faith-based therapy.
- Flexible hours available Monday through Saturday for client convenience.
- Sliding fee scale ensures accessible care for all financial situations.
- Collaborative approach prioritizes client goals and personal growth.
Services
Individual Therapy
Tailored mental health treatment for adults addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Our therapists use evidence-based methods like CBT and psychodynamic therapy to help clients develop coping skills and achieve personal growth. Sessions focus on building self-awareness and creating actionable plans for lasting change.
Couples Counseling
Specialized therapy for partners improving communication and resolving conflicts. We address intimacy issues, parenting disagreements, and relationship stress using Gottman Method techniques and emotionally focused therapy. Goals include strengthening bonds and creating healthier relationship patterns through collaborative dialogue and skill-building exercises.
Child Play Therapy
Developmentally appropriate treatment for children aged 3-12 using play-based techniques. Therapists address behavioral issues, anxiety, and trauma through structured activities that help children express emotions safely. Parents receive guidance for supporting therapeutic progress through home-based interventions and regular progress updates.
EMDR Therapy
Specialized treatment for PTSD and trauma recovery using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. This evidence-based approach helps clients reprocess traumatic memories to reduce emotional distress. Sessions combine guided eye movements with cognitive restructuring to promote healing from past experiences and improve current functioning.
Addiction Recovery
Comprehensive programs addressing chemical dependency and behavioral addictions. Treatment combines individual counseling, relapse prevention education, and support for co-occurring mental health conditions. Our certified specialists use motivational interviewing and 12-step integration to help clients achieve sustainable recovery and rebuild healthy life patterns.
People
Joan Hasper
Licensed Psychologist
With 25+ years of experience, Joan specializes in trauma recovery and addiction counseling. She provides Adlerian psychotherapy and serves on Adler Graduate School's board, bringing expertise from 9/11 trauma response work and military family support.
Amanda J. Thompson
Marriage & Family Therapist
Specializing in depression and self-injury treatment since 2000, Amanda uses DBT and EMDR to help clients develop emotional regulation skills. Her practice combines traditional talk therapy with evidence-based interventions for lasting mental health improvement.
Beth Ann Schumacher
Professional Counselor
With 30+ years of experience, Beth Ann focuses on spiritual reconciliation and gender identity issues. She integrates womens studies expertise with counseling to help clients achieve inner-outer life congruency through personalized therapeutic approaches.
Jackie Richter
Certified Therapist
Specializing in trauma and addiction recovery, Jackie offers 15+ years of clinical experience with certifications in sex addiction therapy and cognitive processing. She combines person-centered care with structured therapeutic modalities to support client healing journeys.
Martrell Carter
Mental Health Therapist
A 2024 graduate with MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Martrell provides culturally sensitive therapy focusing on client growth. His approach combines empathy with practical strategies for clients navigating diverse life challenges.
Questions
What therapy options are available for anxiety treatment?
We offer individual counseling using evidence-based approaches like CBT and mindfulness techniques. Our therapists create personalized anxiety management plans addressing symptoms through weekly sessions and skill-building exercises.
How do I choose the right therapist for my needs?
Review our therapists' specializations online or call our office. We'll help match you with a professional trained in your specific needs, whether addiction recovery, couples counseling, or trauma treatment.
Do you accept insurance for mental health services?
Contact us to verify insurance coverage. Many therapists offer sliding fee scales for uninsured clients and accept major insurance providers for accessible mental health care.
What happens during a first therapy appointment?
Your initial session involves discussing presenting concerns, treatment goals, and therapy expectations. The therapist will conduct an assessment and collaborate with you to develop a personalized treatment plan.
Are evening or weekend therapy sessions available?
We offer flexible scheduling with evening hours Monday-Thursday and Saturday appointments. Contact our office to discuss availability that fits your schedule.
