Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Self esteem
- Depression
How Bernice works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- Illinois
- Years in practice
- 18
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Bernice
Bernice Banks is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage anger, stress, anxiety, and relationship struggles. She approaches sessions without judgment and focuses on practical steps people can use right away. Her manner is supportive and goal-focused for those seeking clearer coping skills and calmer responses.
Bernice earned a master’s degree from the University of Chicago and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Roosevelt University. She has 18 years of clinical experience in social services and mental health across public and personal settings.
Background and approach
She has also spent many years working with issues around grief, depression, addiction, and trauma. In sessions she uses client-centered methods to create an open, respectful space where a person’s own goals guide the work. She also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy, using simple exercises to notice patterns of thought and change unhelpful behaviors.
These approaches are offered in plain language and with straightforward tools to practice between meetings. Bernice has run a independent practice and worked in community settings, giving her a practical view of everyday challenges like parenting stress, career transitions, and communication problems. She emphasizes skill-building so people can respond differently to triggers and stressful moments.
People who choose to work with Bernice can expect clear steps, empathy, and an emphasis on real-life problem solving. She partners with each person to set goals, try new behaviors, and track progress over time.
What Bernice works with
Everything Bernice lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Bernice's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Communication problems
- Forgiveness
- Life purpose
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches Bernice lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How client-centered and CBT work online
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person’s goals and lived experience. The therapist listens closely, reflects what she hears, and helps each person clarify what matters most and what they want to change. This approach helps when someone feels stuck, judged, or unsure where to begin.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses short exercises and practical strategies to notice unhelpful thinking and try new behaviors. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, anger, low mood, and coping with stressful situations.
Choosing the right approach is a joint process. Bernice works with each person to match methods to their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress is tracked. That collaborative planning helps make sessions purposeful and relevant.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which allow for flexible ways to connect. Video is useful for in-depth conversations and skill practice, phone is helpful when bandwidth is limited, and chat or messaging can serve for quick check-ins or ongoing support between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to continue work over time.
Questions people ask about Bernice
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with problems such as stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family issues, low self esteem, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting strain, anger, career questions, bipolar concerns, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is client-centered and collaborative, with an emphasis on practical tools and skill-building. Sessions focus on what the person wants to change and concrete steps to get there.
How long has she practiced?
She brings 18 years of experience in social services and mental health, including work in both public and personal settings.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She holds the credential LCSW, licensed in Illinois, and maintains a practice serving people in that state.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are offered?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and routines.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.