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Carolyn Franklin, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in IL More info Licensed Clinical Social Workers, LCSWs, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

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Hi there, I'm Carolyn!

I am Carolyn Franklin, a licensed clinical social worker. I am a skilled therapist with over 30 years in the profession, working with children, adolescents, and adults. I have conducted individual, group, couples, and family therapies. I have worked with clients challenged with anxiety, depression, relationship/family issue, and many other concerns. I welcome the opportunity to work with you.

My approach

To assist my clients in reaching their goals, I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities. My clients have responded to Cognitive Behavior therapy, Supportive Psychotherapy, client-centered therapy, and many more. I use a strength-based approach, which allows my clients to feel comfortable and supported.

My focus

I truly enjoy my work, and my clients have been successful. I worked with clients challenged with anxiety, depression, relationship/family adjustments, and even individuals having difficulty making decisions. I welcome the opportunity to work with you and for you.

My communication style

My clients find me to be very supportive and easy to talk to. I create an environment of acceptance, and clients are comfortable disclosing their feelings and concerns. My clients are supported as they navigate the therapy encounter.

My journey to mental healthcare

I am an effective communicator and have an innate ability to make clients feel comfortable. I totally enjoy working with my clients, and it is my life's work. I believe that everyone has the right to enjoy life, find peace, be accepted, and conquer challenges. I became a therapist to continue my commitment to improving life circumstances for all.

My goals for you

Goal setting is client-directed. My clients come to therapy for a variety of reasons. After processing the concern, I work with my clients to set goals that assist them in feeling better and ultimately finding peace with situations. I firmly believe that clients have a right to self-determination, and through therapy, the client can determine what's right for them.

My first session with you

During the first session, my goal is to begin establishing a rapport with my client. Therapy works best when the client feels that the therapist is someone they are comfortable with and can trust. I, therefore, create a warm, welcoming environment that allows the client to learn about the therapist and what to expect from the sessions.

About Carolyn

Specialities

  • Adolescents/Teens
  • Aging
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Career Counseling
  • Children
  • Child Abuse or Neglect
  • Chronic Illness
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Conflict
  • Gambling
  • Gender Identity
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Job Stress
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital/Pre-marital
  • Older Adult
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Racial Identity
  • Racial Trauma
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self-Harming
  • Spirituality
  • Teen Violence
  • Weight Loss
  • Women's Issues

Methods

  • Attachment-based
  • Child/Parent Psychotherapy
  • Client Centered Therapy
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Couples Therapy
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Family Therapy
  • Family Systems
  • Feminist
  • Grief Therapy
  • Group Therapy
  • Multidimensional Family Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Relational
  • Solution Focused
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Supportive

Practice

License

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) More info Licensed Clinical Social Workers, LCSWs, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Accepted insurance providers

  • Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of MA, Carelon, Cigna, Decent, and Optum

Languages spoken

  • English

Education

  • Master of Social Work (MSW) - University of Illinois at Chicago (05/1992)

Session Information

  • Video session
  • 60 minutes

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