Andrea Bercos, LCSW
LCSW specializing in trauma and addiction
- Trauma informed care
- LGBTQIA affirming support
- 21 years experience
About Andrea Bercos
Andrea Bercos is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor with 21 years of professional experience supporting people through a wide range of mental health and substance use concerns. He has worked across community mental health programs, substance abuse treatment centers, domestic violence and sexual assault agencies, the public school system, and in private practice, bringing practical knowledge from each setting to his therapeutic work.
His practice focuses on issues such as childhood trauma and abuse, addictions and process addictions, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, grief, relationship and family struggles, and LGBTQIA matters including support during gender transition. Andrea combines clinical training with lived-experience-informed sensitivity to help people navigate complex life changes, codependency, domestic violence recovery, and intimacy-related concerns.
Andrea aims to foster an open, nonjudgmental environment where thoughts and feelings can be expressed safely and explored with empathy. He uses approaches that center the client, address thinking patterns, and attend to trauma histories in ways that empower growth and coping. His clients have described him as safe, free of judgment, empathic, affirming, empowering, and warm.
Taking the first step toward therapy can require courage, and Andrea welcomes that commitment. He looks forward to helping individuals build resilience and find clearer paths forward through collaborative, compassionate care.
His practice focuses on issues such as childhood trauma and abuse, addictions and process addictions, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, grief, relationship and family struggles, and LGBTQIA matters including support during gender transition. Andrea combines clinical training with lived-experience-informed sensitivity to help people navigate complex life changes, codependency, domestic violence recovery, and intimacy-related concerns.
Andrea aims to foster an open, nonjudgmental environment where thoughts and feelings can be expressed safely and explored with empathy. He uses approaches that center the client, address thinking patterns, and attend to trauma histories in ways that empower growth and coping. His clients have described him as safe, free of judgment, empathic, affirming, empowering, and warm.
Taking the first step toward therapy can require courage, and Andrea welcomes that commitment. He looks forward to helping individuals build resilience and find clearer paths forward through collaborative, compassionate care.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
CodependencyDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesGender dysphoriaGuilt and shamePolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualityWomen's issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Andrea Bercos have?
Andrea Bercos has 21 years of experience.
Is Andrea Bercos a licensed therapist?
Yes, holds these credentials: LCSW. License details: IL LCSW 149012457.
In which languages does Andrea Bercos provide therapy?
English.
Where is Andrea Bercos located?
Illinois.
How can I work with Andrea Bercos as my therapist?
You can work with Andrea Bercos through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Andrea Bercos work with international clients?
Andrea Bercos does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Andrea Bercos cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches That Shape Online Care with Andrea Bercos
Andrea draws from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and trauma-focused therapy to guide online sessions. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy and acceptance, helping people feel heard as they explore their values and goals and work through relationship, identity, or self-esteem concerns. CBT focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and many stress-related problems. Trauma-focused therapy attends directly to the effects of traumatic experiences, offering strategies to process difficult memories and reduce their ongoing impact on daily life.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Andrea collaborates with each person to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. He adjusts methods over time, combining elements as appropriate to support progress.
Online therapy with Andrea is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals without rearranging major parts of daily life, allowing therapy to be integrated into work, family, or other commitments.