Laura Gryniewich-Franklin, MD, LCSW-C

Laura Gryniewich-Franklin (MD, LCSW-C) brings 20 years of clinical experience to her work with adults and families. She combines formal clinical training with a practical, compassionate approach, and she is licensed to practice in both Pennsylvania and Maryland. The MD indicates a medical degree and the LCSW-C denotes a licensed clinical social worker credential, reflecting her background in clinical social work.

Her career has included roles in outpatient therapeutic services, in-home support for children and families, educational settings, and medical social work, giving her a broad perspective on how stress, life transitions, and relational challenges affect daily functioning. She works with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship and family conflict, grief and loss, parenting challenges, trauma, abuse and neglect, and crisis counseling.

Clinically she draws on evidence-based tools such as cognitive behavioral therapy and person-centered techniques, and integrates mindful practices when helpful. Above clinical methods, she emphasizes a complete, open-minded, non-judgmental presence and a collaborative therapeutic relationship. She sees it as a privilege to be trusted with clients' struggles and to celebrate their progress, and she is committed to supporting people as they navigate difficult conversations and work toward meaningful change.

Mindful and Practical Approaches for Online Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, skills-based approach that helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop alternative behaviors. In Laura Gryniewich-Franklin's practice CBT can be useful for addressing anxiety, depression, stress, and problematic coping habits.

Mindfulness Therapy involves learning to observe thoughts, feelings, and bodily sensations with kinder, non-reactive attention. This approach can support emotional regulation, reduce rumination, and help people respond more calmly to life transitions and relationship stress.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Laura works collaboratively with each client to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors interventions over time and invites clients into shared decision making about treatment focus and pace.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - which makes it easier to fit care into busy schedules, manage caregiving responsibilities, or continue work during life changes. These options expand access to licensed professionals and allow ongoing support from a consistent therapist regardless of location within the therapist's service area.