Laura Gryniewich-Franklin, MD, LCSW-C

Laura Gryniewich-Franklin, MD, LCSW-C (MD indicates Doctor of Medicine and LCSW-C denotes Licensed Clinical Social Worker) brings 20 years of clinical experience to her therapeutic work, supporting adults through stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family conflicts, grief and life transitions. She is licensed to practice in both Pennsylvania and Maryland and has worked across a range of settings, including outpatient therapeutic services, in-home work with children and families, educational environments, and medical social work.

Over two decades she has helped clients manage concerns such as parenting challenges, abuse and neglect, trauma and crisis situations, and the complex emotional impacts of major life changes. Her practice also addresses issues related to caregiving stress, codependency, communication difficulties, intimacy and relationship challenges, workplace problems, and struggles with self-esteem and life purpose. Her clinical approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness techniques, alongside person-centered principles, matching evidence-informed methods to each person’s needs.

Laura emphasizes an open-minded, non-judgmental presence as the core of her work and describes it as a privilege to be entrusted with clients’ struggles and successes. She seeks to build a trusting, professional relationship that allows for candid conversations and collaborative problem solving. Whether clients bring a specific concern or simply need empathic support, she aims to offer steady, practical guidance and compassionate care.