It is so wonderful to find a therapist like Dr. Anderson who I share a general love of comics, video games, TV, and movies with. It's definitely a nice way to end sessions talking about new things we've come across. During sessions, I always feel welcomed, heard, and understood. I am more than happy to recommend him or BetterHelp to a friend in need.
Dr. Jerome Anderson, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Jerome is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Jerome. View 8 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois, Missouri, and 2 more
Recent reviews
Dr. Anderson is an answered prayer! I have been contemplating therapy for so long and have always hit dead ends with insurance, scheduling, and fit. I finally decided I just need to find a therapist that met my personal needs without going through insurance, and I'm so glad I did. Dr. Anderson is supportive and a wealth of knowledge in a broad array of topics. He's become a household name in my home and provides me lessons that I not only personally practice but share with my family for us to grow. He is a wonderful human being, and I feel so fortunate to have him as my provider.
More about Jerome
- 24 years' experience
- Male
- LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
I am Dr. Jerome Anderson, an advanced-practice clinical professional offering a wide range of clinical services. I am licensed as a clinical social worker (LCSW), nationally board certified as an advanced practice clinical social worker (BCD), certified as a clinical forensic social worker/psychotherapist (CCFC), and certified as a correctional health care professional (CCHP).
As such, I provide services focused on severe and persistent mental health concerns as well as mild mental health conditions, such as professional counseling, psychotherapy, and consulting services for clinical assistance in mental health symptom management, behavioral redirection, life-style adjustment, and crisis abatement. All therapeutic approaches are scientific & evidence based. The treatment modalities utilized but not limited to are cognitive-behavioral principles and strengths-based theory. I am licensed to provide these services in the states of Missouri and Illinois.
Most recently, I worked as a clinical psychotherapist, Behavioral Health Consultant, and Flight Commander of Behavioral Health Services for the United States Department of the Air Force. I also have a history of working as a criminal justice clinician and director of the mental health departments within large metropolitan jails and correctional facilities. I have also worked in maximum-security prisons as a forensic clinician. In all capacities, I have experience evaluating, diagnosing, and developing appropriate treatment goals. I also have experiences working with the judicial systems where I have developed and implemented recommendations based on patient competency levels as well as led the therapeutic treatment process. Along with this experience, I have worked as a full-time law enforcement officer.
Lastly, I am an Active Duty Commissioned Officer (Lieutenant Commander) in the United States Public Health Services Commissioned Corp (USPHS-CC) where I operate as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) and Coordinator for Employee Relations/Officer Advocacy for USPHS.
I look forward to working with you!!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Blended family issues
Body image
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Divorce and separation
Eating and food-related issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Fertility issues
First responder issues
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Narcissism
Personality disorders
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual dysfunction
Smoking / vaping cessation
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Dr. Jerome Anderson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023435807.
- LCSW · Illinois · 149.017069 · Expires November 2025
- LCSW · Missouri · 2011009028 · Expires September 2026
- LICSW · District of Columbia · LC200001949 · Expires July 2025
- LCSW-C · Maryland · 29007 · Expires October 2026
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.
Reviews for Dr. Jerome Anderson
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
It is so wonderful to find a therapist like Dr. Anderson who I share a general love of comics, video games, TV, and movies with. It's definitely a nice way to end sessions talking about new things we've come across. During sessions, I always feel welcomed, heard, and understood. I am more than happy to recommend him or BetterHelp to a friend in need.
Dr. Anderson is an answered prayer! I have been contemplating therapy for so long and have always hit dead ends with insurance, scheduling, and fit. I finally decided I just need to find a therapist that met my personal needs without going through insurance, and I'm so glad I did. Dr. Anderson is supportive and a wealth of knowledge in a broad array of topics. He's become a household name in my home and provides me lessons that I not only personally practice but share with my family for us to grow. He is a wonderful human being, and I feel so fortunate to have him as my provider.
He is awesome
Dr. Anderson is by far one the best therapist I have had. He is understanding and professional. Dr. Anderson provides real world experience and methods that help you see your issues in a different way. Working through whatever is bothering you with simple yet profound methods that heal as well as teach you valuable skills for the future. It is a pleasure working with Dr. Anderson.
He’s the best
Dr. A has been amazingly supportive as I've been making and going through huge changes in my life, including giving sound advice for what would be best for me to approach these changes. I have been going through some grief with the loss of a father figure in my life and he has helped me combat and cope with the thoughts have come with it. With some big changes coming up, he has constantly made sure I am not only prepared, but making sure the decisions I am making are in my best interest. I highly recommend him as not only is he great counsel, but also someone that is great when you just need to talk out your thoughts.
Dr.Anderson is a great therapist! He is “Betterhelp”.
He listens to me. He makes me feel like this is the best road of healing for me even tho I don’t believe in therapy he has opened my eyes to this and. I can’t wait to talk to him in between sessions
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Jerome Anderson offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Jerome Anderson 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 Dr. Jerome Anderson speak?
Dr. Jerome Anderson speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Jerome Anderson have?
Dr. Jerome Anderson has 24 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Jerome Anderson licensed to practice?
Dr. Jerome Anderson is licensed to practice in Illinois, Missouri, District of Columbia, and Maryland.
Does Dr. Jerome Anderson accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Dr. Jerome Anderson accepts 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 Dr. Jerome Anderson offer?
Dr. Jerome Anderson offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dr. Jerome Anderson?
Dr. Jerome Anderson 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 Dr. Jerome Anderson?
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.
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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.