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Andrea Bercos, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Andrea is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Illinois

More about Andrea

  • 21 years' experience
  • Male
  • LCSW

I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker as well as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor in Illinois with over 20 years of professional work experience. I have a depth of experience working in community mental health, substance abuse treatment centers, domestic violence and sexual assault centers, the public school system and private practice.

I have extensive experience working with issues related to childhood trauma and abuse, addictions, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety and LGBTQIA issues, including supporting individuals through the gender transition process. I strive to create an open, safe, and supportive environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared openly without fear of judgment. My clients have described me as safe, free of judgment, empathic, affirming empowering and warm.

Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes courage and I am proud of you for getting started! I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions LGBT Trauma and abuse Depression Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Codependency Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Family of origin issues Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Self-harm Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Women's issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Andrea Bercos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992934566.

  • LCSW · Illinois · 149012457 · Expires November 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Andrea Bercos offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Andrea Bercos works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Andrea Bercos speak?

Andrea Bercos speaks English.

How many years of experience does Andrea Bercos have?

Andrea Bercos has 21 years of experience.

Where is Andrea Bercos licensed to practice?

Andrea Bercos is licensed to practice in Illinois.

Does Andrea Bercos accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Andrea Bercos does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Andrea Bercos offer?

Andrea Bercos offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Andrea Bercos?

Andrea Bercos can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Andrea Bercos?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.