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CAROLYN BRAVERMAN
Carolyn A. Braverman, MA, LCPC, DTR
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
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GENERAL COMMENTS
I graduated from The University of Illinois in psychology and went on to receive my Master’s degree from Columbia College. I see individuals, couples, families and children. I believe that therapy is a process in which the therapist and client must first build a trusting and therapeutic alliance. I follow an eclectic approach and therapy is different with each individual. I believe that people can make life changes by looking at their lives and setting goals. I do not run the sessions, but believe that each client has the capacity for positive decision making and choices toward a more fulfilling life. I am there to help guide the road to personal growth and healing or recovery. It takes a great deal of courage to begin looking at one’s life or one’s issues, but I am a strong believer in the therapy process. I have many years of experience in the field and I know many people suffer a long time before receiving help. When I do family therapy or when I work with children, I believe in educating and involving the whole system. I have very flexible hours and am easily accessible. I make presentations in the community as well as advocacy in the schools. When I think of an individual making the decision to enter into the therapy process, I refer to one of my favorite books, “The Road Less Traveled”. I think of this as the foundation of my philosophy because some individuals will go through life and never make the choice to take a more challenging path. By taking a personal risk and making positive changes, you can create a whole new life. I work with my clients to help them create a life with more joy and less pain. I love what I do and believe that the process of therapy is a wonderful growth experience.
OFFICE POLICIES
I am available by appointment and serve clients Monday through Thursday 9:00 am to 9:00 pm, and Saturdays 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. At times I can accommodate office hours on Sundays. In emergency situations, I can be reached by pager and will return the page promptly. If I am out of town I have other therapist in the office who will be available. Confidentiality is very important and I will only share information with a signed release or if there is an urgent situation, which is life threatening.
FEE SCHEDULE
Initial assessment (60 minutes) - $125.00
Individual Counseling (50 minutes) - $100.00
Family/Couples (50 minutes) - $110.00
I am willing to consider a sliding scale for self pay clients
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS/AFFILIATIONS
American Professional Counseling Association
American Psychological Association
American Dance Therapy Association
Illinois Counseling Association
The Bipolar Foundation
The Alzheimer’s Association
SCHEDULING APPOINTMENTS ONLINE
If you are interested in scheduling an in-office or telephone appointment:
- CLICK HERE to go to my virtual office.
- Click Schedule an Appointment.
- Select your desired date and time.
- Fill out the new client information sheet (or enter your user name and password for returning clients).
- Once your appointment is scheduled, you will receive an e-mail confirmation.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
From Arlington Heights Road and Dundee, go west on Dundee Road. Go past Buffalo Grove High School and the McDonalds and take a right on Old Arlington Heights Road. Take Old Arlington Heights Road about ¼ mile until you get to Country Lane. There will be a sign that says no outlet, but continue. Take a left at the first road and you will see Signature Square complex. Keep going left and go all the way to the back of the parking lot and take a right. Go down about three buildings and you will see Debbie Gross and Associates on the door (suite 502).
CLICK HERE to view a map.
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