Hi! I am a licensed professional counselor and mental health service provider with twenty years experience. My approach is to use my congenial and positive disposition in building a therapeutic alliance. It has been useful and practical to use an eclectic approach in therapy. I have utilized cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational therapy, client centered therapy, and EMDR therapy. My PhD in Education from Michigan State University emphasized conflict management, which has been beneficial for clients with individual and interpersonal conflicts. I am a member of the American Academy of Health Care Providers through which I hold certifications in sexual addiction, alcoholism, and eating disorders. Additionally I am a CSAT (Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist) through the International Institute for Trauma & Addiction Professionals. I have practiced in hospitals and clinics working with dual diagnosis, depression, anxiety, grief and losses. From 2007 - 2020 I worked with soldiers and civilians with PTSD, which I found to be very rewarding and which led to me becoming a certified EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) therapist. By incorporating EMDR, I have seen positive changes and transformations with traumatized men and women. I hope you allow me to assist you, and we will work together collaboratively to enhance your life.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Body image, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Communication problems, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Immigration issues, Infidelity, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual dysfunction, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Traumatic brain injury
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
TN LPC 827
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Highly experienced and versatile, thorough, diligent and understanding.
Written on Oct 07, 2025 after therapy with Franklin for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coaching, and adhd
Mr. Cardona has been a huge help! We are only getting started, but I am confident that as my therapy progresses, his methods will continue to work wonders for my mental health.
Written on Aug 27, 2025 after therapy with Franklin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Franklin has been a great listener and helps guide me in approaching my life experiences in a healthy way.
Written on Mar 03, 2025 after therapy with Franklin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
As I get to know him and he gets to know me, I am learning to trust in his ability to open the doors to my past and help me release all my baggage and turn it over to God. In a short time he has helped me immensely and I thank God that he was matched up with me.
Written on Apr 25, 2024 after therapy with Franklin for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
Franklin has been a great counselor in my journey to navigate personal and familial challenges. His extensive expertise in various aspects of mental health has provided me with a sense of reassurance that I’m in good hands. His passion for assisting clients with their troubles shows through in every interaction. Franklin’s easygoing demeanor makes for a comfortable and open atmosphere, making him an excellent choice for anyone seeking support.
Written on Sep 05, 2023 after therapy with Franklin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I always give Mr. Cardona a 10/10 rating because he is simply a diamond in the rough. He keeps a friendly, humerous, and jovial demeanor while maintaining utmost respect and professionalism. He listens closely and encourages me to further my therapy experience with his homework/thought exercises. He offers answers to questions I've yet to ask- or even understand about myself. He truly is a guidance counselor who strives for his clients and their mental health.
Written on Aug 09, 2023 after therapy with Franklin for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and lgbt