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Linda Franga

Linda Franga, LPC

Therapist · Colorado · 15+ years of experience

Experienced counselor for midlife and relationships

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  • Client-centered focus
  • Practical goal setting
  • CBT and solutions

About Linda

Linda Franga is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) who focuses on helping people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, parenting challenges, and midlife transitions. She approaches each person with a nonjudgmental attitude and aims to build a trusting relationship. Linda makes space for practical goal-setting and works with clients to use their own strengths to move forward.

Linda has about 15 years of experience in counseling across several settings. She has worked in schools, nonprofits, residential treatment facilities, and community support centers. She also has experience providing military and family life counseling part time and has worked with clients in multiple countries.

In sessions she emphasizes clear goals and focused steps. She draws on client-centered methods to prioritize the client’s perspective. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ideas are used to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and change behaviors that get in the way.

Linda also uses solution-focused techniques to find what already works and build on it. This can be useful for short-term concerns like sleep problems, anger, or specific relationship issues. She aims for practical strategies that fit into daily life.

Her background includes a master’s degree from Boston University and long experience across diverse client groups. Linda is based in Colorado and works in English. Before booking, confirm current session options and logistics with the platform and therapist.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefParenting issues

Also works with

Trauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepression

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDependent personalityDivorce and separationFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPostpartum depressionWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

15+ years

Credentials

Colorado

Languages

English

How Linda’s Approaches Translate to Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely and following the client’s lead. This approach helps when someone needs a supportive space to talk through values, life transitions, or relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and anger. It relies on practical exercises and small behavior changes. Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes identifying current strengths and what already works, then building simple steps toward specific goals.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about their needs, goals, and preferences, and together they will try methods that fit. If one way isn’t helpful, adjustments can be made as therapy progresses.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by reducing travel and allowing more flexible scheduling. It can help keep momentum between appointments through focused, goal-driven work like CBT exercises or quick solution-focused check-ins. Session formats and exact online options should be confirmed before booking since they vary; ask about the available ways to meet and which will best match your routine and comfort.

Frequently asked questions

What problems does she help with?

She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting strain, sleep problems, anger, self-esteem, career issues, and midlife crisis.

What is her general approach in therapy?

Her style is nonjudgmental and collaborative. She focuses on building a strong working relationship and setting clear, practical goals together.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has about 15 years of experience working in schools, nonprofits, residential treatment settings, and community support centers, plus military and family life counseling.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds an LPC credential (Licensed Professional Counselor) and practices out of Colorado.

In which languages can sessions be conducted?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the country schedule sessions?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are costs and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm specific pricing during the sign-up process.

How do I begin working with her?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability through the platform.

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