Braden Counseling Center – North Aurora

Located near Mooseheart Child City & School and just off Route 56 in North Aurora, this facility is an outpatient treatment center addressing mental health and substance use disorders (SUD) through licensed, compassionate care. Their programs include counseling for individuals, couples, and families, as well as DUI treatment and aftercare services. They offer flexible scheduling—including evenings and weekends—to help clients maintain progress and balance while receiving professional support.Evidence-Based and Strength-Focused CareBraden Counseling Center uses evidence-based therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and strength-based counseling to help clients build emotional awareness, resilience, and healthier coping skills. Each session empowers individuals to understand the roots of their challenges, strengthen relationships, and move toward long-term stability. The center’s compassionate therapists help clients gain new perspectives and tools to manage depression, anxiety, trauma, and life changes effectively.Comprehensive Support and Specialized ProgramsThe center also provides DUI evaluations, risk education, and driver’s license reinstatement assistance guided by Certified Reciprocal Alcohol and Drug Counselors (CRADCs). These programs support accountability, legal compliance, and sobriety maintenance. Beyond addiction recovery, Braden’s marriage and family counseling services promote stronger communication and emotional connection among loved ones. With a mission of creating “New Ways for Better Days,” the center helps clients rediscover balance and build fulfilling, sustainable lives.