Licensed clinical social worker recordIllinois
Washington Cisco, LCSW
Illinois
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - stress and relationships
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Illinois
- LCSW, licence 149.005632
- NPI
- 1457698912
- Experience
- 39 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Illinois
These details come from information Washington supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship concerns
- CBT and mindfulness
About Washington
Washington Cisco is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois with 39 years of experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, sleep problems, and depression. Washington also spends time addressing concerns such as abandonment, attachment issues, communication problems, money stress, and chronic illness impacts.
He began work with children and youth in 1986 and returned to outpatient work in 2013. More recently he has been employed in the prison system working with adults from 19 to 70 years old. That varied history gives him experience across different life stages and situations.
In sessions he follows a client-centered approach. He focuses on listening first and asking questions that help people say what matters most to them. He does not use judgment and treats the client's choices as central to the work.
Washington draws on tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to help people spot patterns in their thinking and practice calmer responses. He also uses motivational interviewing and solution-focused methods to help clients set manageable goals and try small changes that fit everyday life.
People can expect straightforward conversations about what is getting in the way of daily functioning. He aims to help people build skills for coping with stress, improve communication, and find clearer priorities when life feels overwhelming.
BHow sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the client's lead. Online sessions can replicate that by allowing the therapist to ask open questions and reflect what the client says, which helps clarify priorities and next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is about noticing thoughts and testing practical changes in behavior. In remote sessions, CBT tools like thought records, behavioral experiments, and brief homework can be reviewed together to track progress.Finding the best approach is part of the early work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels most useful, then try approaches that match those needs. That collaborative plan can be adjusted over time based on what helps most.
The profile does not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm current session options before booking. Generally, online work makes it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, shortens travel time, and supports continuing care when in-person visits are difficult. It also allows for focused check-ins or longer therapy sessions depending on what the client needs.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
39+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, sleep problems, and depression. The profile also lists many related areas such as abandonment, attachment issues, communication problems, and financial stress.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a client-centered, nonjudgmental style that emphasizes listening and respecting the client's choices. He combines that with practical methods to address daily functioning.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 39 years of experience, beginning work with children and youth in 1986 and returning to outpatient practice in 2013 before his current role working with adults in the prison system.
What credential does he hold and where does he practice?
He is an LCSW licensed in Illinois. The practice location listed is Illinois.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions billed?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin the process?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers