He is Board Certified in Addiction Medicine and Psychiatry, and has extensive experience in psychotherapy, psychopharmacology, addictions, and co-occurring disorders. Dr. Franklin previously served as medical director of Ruxton House, The Retreat’s transitional living program, before assuming the role of medical director of The Retreat in 2014. Dr. Franklin teaches, writes, speaks, and consults on psychoanalysis, psychotherapy, stigma, psychiatric hospital care, and mental health policy.