Tammy Franek, LPC

Tammy Franek is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 25 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, anger, career struggles, depression, addictions, relationship and family concerns, and trauma. She speaks plainly and listens closely to what matters most to each person who reaches out. Tammy emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and steady support during difficult times.

Tammy uses practical, evidence-based approaches to help people get unstuck. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify unhelpful thoughts and build healthier habits. She also uses client-centered techniques that focus on the person's goals and pace.

Sessions are tailored to each person's needs. Tammy works with clients to set clear, realistic steps they can try between meetings. She explains options and collaborates on a plan rather than pushing a one-size-fits-all method.

Her background includes many years of direct clinical work in Missouri. That experience gives her a wide view of common life stresses like grief, caregiving strain, burnout, and major life changes. Tammy helps people sort priorities and find practical ways to cope.

Parents and adults who are juggling multiple demands will find a straightforward approach. Tammy prioritizes compassion and practical skills so people can make progress without feeling judged. She encourages small changes that lead to clearer thinking and steadier routines.

CBT and Client-Centered Care Online

Tammy uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT often involves practical exercises, thought records, and small experiments to try between sessions to reduce anxiety, improve mood, or address sleep and eating concerns. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and building a trusting relationship so goals come from the person's own priorities.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Tammy collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and pace. She adjusts techniques over time based on what is helpful and what isn’t, keeping the client involved in every step.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video lets people read facial cues and have a fuller conversation. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is low or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging are useful for brief check-ins, tracking progress, or getting support between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and maintain continuity when schedules change.