Meet Our Therapists / Jen Braveman
Jen Braveman (she/her/hers), LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW
Jen was featured in our Clinician Spotlight series, click here to view
Clinical Degree: Master of Social Work - Smith College School of Social Work
Expertise: Internal Family Systems therapy, Trauma Healing, Anxiety and depression; life transitions, parenting challenges, self compassion and mindfulness, stress management, grief and bereavement; therapy for older teens; relationship issues and LGBTQIA+ issues and Gender ASSET trained to provide letters gender affirming care.
IFS training: Level 1
How I Can Help
Within each of us, there is deep wisdom, compassion and courage that can guide us on a journey to living an authentic and fulfilling life. Sometimes, the challenges of life create barriers in our internal world, keeping us from feeling calm, connected, confident and whole. As a therapist, I provide space to heal, learn and grow through evidence based, creative and holistic methods.
My goal is for you to feel heard, understood and empowered as you experience challenges and celebrate successes – and provide you with tools to feel better. I believe that whatever you are facing, the answers are within you and are waiting to be uncovered. Together, we will discover your strengths and create sustainable changes by knowing and honoring all the parts of your Self.
My clinical experience includes providing therapy to adults, teens, children and families, working with LGBTQIA+ youth and adults; supporting parents of kids with complex special needs, new parents and parents of trans youth; and working with teens with social, emotional and behavioral challenges.
I enjoy working with older teens, young adults and adults on healing from trauma, managing anxiety, depression and grief, as well as, navigating life transitions, identity exploration and relationships.
As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, I have a special interest in supporting other queer folx and their loved ones. Whether you are exploring your gender and/or sexual identity, transitioning, coming out later in life or navigating significant relationships, I am here to support you on your journey. I also provide groups and one on one counseling for parents of trans and gender diverse kids.
Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing there is a field. I’ll meet you there.
-Rumi
As your therapist, I consider myself a collaborator, and it is my priority to ensure that you are comfortable and an equal partner in our work together. My style is warm, compassionate, holistic and practical. I am trained in a number of therapeutic approaches including Internal Family Systems, psychodynamic, insight-oriented, cognitive-behavioral and narrative therapies, as well as mindfulness and polyvagal theory.
Wherever you are on your journey, I will meet you there. Truly, all are welcome!
~ Jen Braveman
Jen has been a social worker for over 20 years and has a Masters degree in Social Work from Smith College and a BA in Psychology from McGill University. Early in her career she worked with children, teens and families in a variety of settings including a therapeutic school, early intervention, Children’s Hospital and outpatient therapy. She was also the Executive Director of a non-profit sleep away camp for kids. Jen identifies as a cis, white, lesbian. Jen has a deep respect for the ways that people traverse the ups and downs of life and she believes that we are all doing the best we can at any given moment.
Ready to get Started?
Call us at 301-960-8960 for a short chat with our Client Care Coordinator, who is available weekdays from 9 AM to 5 PM. You can also fill out the contact form and we will get back to you.
What People Are Saying…
“Jen is an active listener who gives thoughtful, measured responses. She listens openly and without judgment.”
— Abby C., former colleague
Jen has a lot of experience with children and with topics of gender and queerness, she provides a warm welcoming space for people to come as their full and authentic selves.
— Yael H., former colleague
