Debbie Franzen-Lang, LPC

Debbie Franzen-Lang earned a Master of Education (M.Ed.) from Northeast Louisiana University in 1991 and later pursued doctoral study as a Doctor of Philosophy scholar in Counselor Education and Supervision at Walden University. She holds an LPC-S credential with the state counseling board - a licensed professional counselor designation - and maintains national certifications as a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and National Certified School Counselor (NCSC #245996). She also has appraisal privilege and a supervision designation with the Louisiana LPC Board.

Franzen-Lang maintains a clinical general and telehealth practice in Baton Rouge that serves individuals, couples, families and the military population. Her work emphasizes a collaborative, team-oriented model in which the client and therapist build understanding and trust, define current concerns, set future goals and work systematically toward those goals. She brings a humanistic outlook that infuses positivity, reflection and encouragement into counseling sessions.

Her practice includes individual therapy, couples and family work, and group therapy, and she sees clients of many ages and backgrounds while not working independently with children under six years of age. The office is located at 11410 Lake Sherwood Ave North Suite A, Baton Rouge, LA 70816. Telephone: 225-295-8444 - Fax: 225-295-8448. A copy of the Code of Conduct adopted by the licensing board is available upon request.

Approaches for Online Work and What to Expect

Debbie Franzen-Lang often integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy in online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the therapist follows the client's lead, reflects emotions and helps clarify goals - a helpful approach for stress, grief, relationship concerns and self-esteem struggles. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is practical and goal-focused, helping people identify patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to anxiety, depression or anger and then practice new skills to change those patterns. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) is also used for couples work - it explores emotional bonds and communication patterns to help partners strengthen connection and navigate conflicts.

Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and life circumstances and tailor techniques from these methods to fit each person, couple or family. Clients and the therapist work together to try approaches and adjust as needed.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging offers flexibility and easier access to care for those with busy schedules, mobility limits or geographic constraints. These options make it possible to continue consistent work, attend sessions from home or work, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable while working with licensed professionals and therapists.