Profile / United States
Andrea Bercos, LCSW
Illinois
LCSW - Addictions and Trauma focus
See online therapy options- CBT and practical skills
- Motivational interviewing
- LGBTQ support including transition
About Andrea
Andrea Bercos is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Illinois with 21 years of clinical experience. He supports people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, trauma and abuse, LGBTQ concerns including gender transition, relationship and intimacy issues, and parenting challenges.
He spent much of his career in community mental health, substance abuse treatment programs, domestic violence and sexual assault centers, public schools, and private practice. That range means he is familiar with both short-term goals and longer-term recovery work.
Andrea uses straightforward, problem-focused conversations. He helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and then tries different ways of responding. Sessions focus on practical steps people can test between meetings and clear ways to measure progress.
His approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered methods, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. Those approaches are used to address issues such as addictions, grief, codependency, process addictions, self-harm, and sexual trauma.
People who work with him can expect direct discussion of coping skills, motivation for change, and patterns rooted in family of origin. He also addresses gender dysphoria and sexuality matters without making assumptions. Andrea emphasizes collaboration on goals and regularly reviews what is and isn’t working.
To begin he asks for a short intake so sessions can start with a clear plan and a few concrete next steps.
How his approaches translate to online work
Andrea commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to break down thoughts, behaviors, and feelings into manageable parts so people can try new responses between sessions. CBT sessions often include specific homework and short skill practices aimed at reducing anxiety, managing cravings, or changing unhelpful routines.He also uses Client-Centered methods that emphasize listening and building a collaborative plan, and Motivational Interviewing to support people who feel unsure about change. Client-Centered work focuses on the person’s priorities, while Motivational Interviewing helps clarify ambivalence and boosts readiness to act.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will discuss goals and preferences and then recommend which methods to try first. That plan can shift over time based on progress and feedback so sessions remain practical and goal-oriented.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people find that working with a licensed professional remotely helps maintain consistent progress while balancing daily life.
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Experience
21+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with most often?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, grief, and related concerns such as codependency and process addictions.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions?
CBT is used to notice and test unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Sessions include practical exercises and skills to try between meetings.
What is his professional background?
He has 21 years of experience across community mental health, substance abuse treatment, domestic violence and sexual assault centers, public schools, and private practice.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois and practices in that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.
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