What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
About Dr. Christo Franklin
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Identity
Gender
MaleSexuality
StraightFaith
ChristianEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Christo Franklin
The most important thing for getting the best therapy results-and the soonest-is whether you feel comfortable and like I truly understand where you're coming from. The second most important thing is that you feel our plan-how we're going to work together-is exactly right for you. I bring a PsyD in Clinical Psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology, a Master's in Divinity from Yale University, and a Bachelor's degree from Princeton University, all of which inform my approach to personalized, compassionate care.
What should a new client know about working with you?
I am a really unusual combination of qualities. Maybe you are too?... I studied at Princeton and Yale. I trained to be an Episcopal priest; I love and married a Muslim woman, whose parents are from India/ Bangladesh. We both appreciate Zen. Growing up with divorced parents, I went back and forth from my father's farm to my mother's townhouse...and felt at home nowhere. I fostered two people since they were 10, who are like a son and daughter to me.
I served a Spanish-language, Mexican immigrant, LGBTQ+ Episcopal church in Los Angeles. (I know! REALLY unusual combination, right?) I have taught psychology at undergraduate, masters and doctoral levels. I used to be a hospice chaplain and suicide negotiator (as a registered psychologist, not as a police officer) and a consulting suicidologist for ICE (yes, in 2 detention facilities, one for children the other, adults). I've worked with many types of law enforcement, yet my politics are Marxist (Socialist Equality Party). Nowadays, I work with adult couples and individuals. I'm sex worker positive. And I do evaluations for people adopting orphans in India.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Well it begins with getting a sense of what you've been through and how you're doing, both in terms of symptoms and your life-priorities...and how you want your life to be better.
This will be no, "So tell me about your week" or "How did that make you feel?" therapy. This will be very interactive, very engaging. You have goals; let's be results-oriented. I will show you new techniques to use, and we will record results, to measure your gains. Let's make this fun as well as very rewarding.
Technically speaking, my methods are attachment-focused and trauma-informed. I use Johnson's emotion-focused method (not what it sounds like), EMDR/Flash, MBCT, and neuroplastic and metabolic interventions. An amazing amount of improvement can be gained by decreasing inflammation, improving gut biome, and improving mitochondrial functioning.
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In-network insurances
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
- Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Chicago School of Professional Psychology, PsyD in Clinical Psychology
- Yale University, Master's in Divinity
- Princeton University (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1184706681
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Christo Franklin?
Generally, Dr. Christo Franklin has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Franklin's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Dr. Christo Franklin accepting new patients?
Dr. Christo Franklin generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Franklin's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Dr. Christo Franklin accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Christo Franklin online?
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What practice does Dr. Christo Franklin work with?
Dr. Christo Franklin works with Golden State Neuroplastics, Inc..
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Christo Franklin?
Dr. Christo Franklin frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Christo Franklin on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Christo Franklin speak?
Dr. Christo Franklin speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Christo Franklin in reviews?
3 patients have reviewed Dr. Christo Franklin. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.