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Dr. Jerome Anderson

Compassionate, practical care rooted in evidence-based therapy

LCSW, LICSW Maryland

Experience
24 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Career
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English

About Jerome

Dr. Jerome Anderson brings 24 years of clinical experience to his practice, combining extensive work in mental health settings with a practical, evidence-informed approach.

Background and approach

He is credentialed as LCSW and LICSW and practices from Maryland. His background includes roles in behavioral health consultation and leadership in complex clinical environments, which inform his focus on symptom management, behavioral change, and practical problem-solving.

Anderson emphasizes therapies grounded in cognitive and client-centered perspectives, integrating mindfulness and motivational techniques when helpful. He works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting and family challenges, bipolar disorder, ADHD, sleep problems, anger, and self-esteem.

He also addresses additional areas such as attachment concerns, body image, codependency, and issues related to blended families and divorce. Sessions are offered in multiple online formats to fit different schedules and preferences, and he accepts international clients.

Prospective clients can begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a brief matching questionnaire, and scheduling based on his availability. Fees vary with location and therapist availability and use a cancellable subscription model.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Dr. Anderson often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns; CBT is practical and often focused on skills for managing anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and mood-related concerns. He also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes empathic listening and collaboration so clients can explore goals and make changes at their own pace. Mindfulness Therapy is another frequent element, teaching present-moment awareness and stress-reduction techniques that can support coping with trauma, grief, and everyday stressors.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. He works with each person to clarify goals, preferences, and needs and then tailors techniques from these approaches rather than prescribing a single method, so treatment fits the client’s circumstances and evolves over time.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options allow clients to engage in skill-building, brief check-ins, or regular therapy from wherever they are, making it easier to maintain consistency and integrate therapeutic work into daily life.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Dr. Anderson address?
He works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting and family problems, bipolar disorder, ADHD, sleep difficulties, anger, and self-esteem challenges.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style blends cognitive-behavioral methods with client-centered, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused strategies to emphasize practical symptom management and personal strengths.
What is his clinical background and experience?
He brings 24 years of experience, including roles as a clinical psychotherapist and behavioral health consultant, and leadership positions in correctional and military-related behavioral health settings.
Which credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
He holds LCSW and LICSW credentials and practices from Maryland; his listed license numbers are IL LCSW 149.017069 and DC LICSW LC200001949.
Does he work with clients who live outside the U.S.?
Yes, he accepts international clients and offers sessions in English for those connecting from other countries.
What session formats are available for working together?
Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time, and specific fees depend on those factors.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoaching

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSmoking / vaping cessationWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

24+ years

Licensed

Illinois, Missouri, District of Columbia, Maryland

Languages

English