Therapy for kids, teens and adults who deserve a brighter future.
Brighter Future is a private practice led by licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Lauren Franks. We help children, adolescents and adults find balance and wellness, in our Baseline Road office or by telehealth anywhere in California.
Pick the closest fit. Not sure? Call and we will point you the right way, even if that is somewhere other than here.
My child or teen
Maybe they are going through a challenging adjustment. Maybe they are getting in trouble at school, having trouble getting along with others, or just do not seem like themselves. We help them understand their thoughts, feelings, behaviors and experiences, and work to remove the struggle.
We work together to decide what changes you want to see. Our work with adults ranges from depression and anxiety to parenting support and nearly everything in between.
Psychological testing can clarify a diagnosis and your child’s mental health needs. An assessment also identifies their strengths, abilities and limitations, which is what schools and other providers need to see.
Tell us briefly what is going on and who the therapy is for. We confirm fees, answer questions, and schedule your first appointment.
Your first visit, one hour
Expect a calm environment and a smiling face. This hour is your chance to confirm that we are a good fit before committing to anything further. Your therapist gathers information about you or your child’s needs and history. Children are included in an age-appropriate way and can play or draw to stay engaged.
Weekly 45-minute sessions
Ongoing appointments happen weekly and are tailored to make the most progress on your goals. You will know what we are working toward and how it is going.
We are a private-pay practice. That keeps your care between you and your therapist instead of an insurance company, and it means you always know the cost up front.
Initial intake with Dr. Franks, 1 hour$300
Weekly session with Dr. Franks, 45 minutes$250
Sessions with an associate therapist$150 to $200
Rates are confirmed when you schedule your first appointment. We accept cash, check, credit card and HSA cards, and we can provide a superbill you may submit to a PPO plan for possible out-of-network reimbursement.