Key details
- CredentialsLCSW
- LicenseLCSW, Illinois / 149029004
- NPI1053179648
- Experience3 years
- LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
- LocationIllinois
About
- Stress management
- Relationship issues
- English and Spanish
About Scott
Scott Herman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Illinois with three years of professional experience. He works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, and anger-related concerns. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Scott focuses on practical talk and steady planning rather than clinical jargon. He listens for patterns that keep problems repeating, then helps people try specific changes that fit their life. He adapts conversations and the treatment plan to each person rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach.
People contact him for relationship strain, parenting stress, grief, and trouble with focus or motivation. He also takes cases involving trauma and abuse, workplace pressure, and problems with social anxiety or obsessive thoughts. He mentions autism and Asperger syndrome among additional focus areas he can address in conversations about daily functioning.
Scott aims to break larger problems into manageable steps. That can mean setting short goals, practicing new ways to speak up, or trying out different coping skills between sessions. He encourages honest feedback so the plan stays useful and realistic.
To begin, a prospective client completes a short matching questionnaire and schedules a first session. The practice uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and fees vary by location.
How sessions work
How therapeutic approaches and online sessions work together
Scott works from evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear, practical steps. One common approach focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing new behaviors to reduce anger and anxiety; it helps when thoughts and reactions escalate quickly. Another approach emphasizes skills training for emotion regulation and communication, which can be useful for managing intense moments and improving conversations at home or work.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will review your concerns, goals, and what has or hasn’t helped before, then suggest a plan. You and the therapist adjust techniques together as you see what fits and what feels useful.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking, as the profile does not list specific options. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow for shorter check-ins when schedules demand, and remove travel time so sessions can happen between other obligations. Ask about session length and format when you complete the matching questionnaire so arrangements suit your routine.
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English, Spanish
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
Scott works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and related concerns such as grief, parenting strain, and workplace issues.
How would he approach my anger or temper?
He uses practical conversation and step-by-step planning to identify patterns and try different coping strategies that fit the client’s daily life.
How much clinical experience does he have?
Scott has three years of professional experience working with mental health concerns across settings.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is an LCSW licensed in Illinois and provides services to people located in that state.
Can I meet with him in Spanish?
Yes. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Does he accept clients outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What is the cost of sessions?
Fees vary by location; services use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.