Meet Our Team
Tara Franklin
LPC, MA
Licensed Professional Counselor
In Tara's Words
I am an experienced mental health professional with over 10 years of experience supporting individuals through a wide range of life challenges. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), traumatic brain injuries (TBI), and combat-related PTSD. I am committed to providing inclusive, affirming care for individuals from diverse backgrounds, including members of the LGBTQIA+ community. My therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing from person-centered, holistic, cognitive-behavioral, exposure-based, and solution-focused modalities to tailor treatment to each client's unique needs and goals. I strive to create a calm, supportive, and collaborative environment where every client feels seen, respected, and empowered. My goal is to help clients build resilience, navigate challenges, and work toward meaningful, lasting change at a pace that feels right for them.
Tara works with private-pay clients only and does not bill insurance. Her rate is $100 for 45 minutes or $125 for 60 minutes.
Who Tara Works With
- Adults only
- Veterans and military members
- Aging adults and seniors
- LGBTQIA+ clients
- People in substance use recovery
What Tara Helps With
- Veterans
Support for veterans and service members, including combat-related PTSD.
- Aging Adults and Seniors
Support for the changes and losses that can come with getting older.
- LGBTQIA+ Clients
Inclusive, affirming care for clients from every background.
- Bariatric and Weight Issues
Support with the emotional side of weight concerns, before or after bariatric surgery.
- Substance Use Recovery
Support for building and keeping a life in recovery.
- Groups and Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for Depression
Tara primarily facilitates our groups and our Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP).
- Individual Therapy
She also sees adults one-on-one.
- Multicultural Issues
Every counselor on our team can help with multicultural issues.
How Sessions Work
Free Consultation First
Ask about fit in a free 15-minute call.
Secure Video
Telehealth for clients located anywhere in Texas, from home.
45 or 60 Minutes
Individual therapy sessions are 45 or 60 minutes.
Evenings and Weekends
Evening and weekend appointments are available.
Getting Started With Tara
- 1. Reach out. Call, text or email the office and mention that you would like to work with Tara.
- 2. Free consultation. Use the free 15-minute call to ask about Tara's focus. Share what feels relevant and bring your payment questions.
- 3. Check the fit. If Tara fits what you bring, we schedule your first session by secure video. Should another clinician be a closer fit, you can ask about our reasoning.
- 4. Keep it right for you. Your comfort with the clinician matters. Ask the office about another match if needed.
Insurance and Fees
Tara works with private-pay clients only and does not bill insurance, so no claim is sent to a health plan. Her rate is $100 for 45 minutes or $125 for 60 minutes. If you want to ask your plan about out-of-network reimbursement, the office can talk with you about a superbill.
See Rates and InsuranceQuestions About Tara
- Does Tara work with veterans?
- Yes. Combat-related PTSD is one of her specialties, and she works with veterans and service members.
- Does Tara lead groups?
- Yes. Tara primarily facilitates our groups and our Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), and she sees individual clients as well.
- Is Tara affirming of LGBTQIA+ clients?
- Yes. She offers inclusive, affirming care for clients from every background.
