Washington, is a great listener and I feel has a ton of knowledge. He is able to express his views by reading between the lines. This makes me feel he understands my thoughts.
Washington Cisco, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Washington 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 Washington. View 63 reviews
- Great news, Washington is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
Recent reviews
Washington listens well and provides excellent resources to help with your therapy journey. I have only had one session so far but feel great about my decision to work with Washington Cisco.
More about Washington
- 39 years' experience
- Male
- LCSW
I began working with children and youth in 1986 and continued until 2003. As indicated on my resume, I returned to working with a client base providing therapy to the children, and adult population in 2013 at an outpatient mental health facility. Presently, I am employed in the prison system where I am working with the adult population, 19 years old to 70 years. As therapist, I use a caring and supportive style with my clients, believing that they are coming because they need assistance in being able to function and cope with various stressors impacting each lives.
My treatment approach is one of understanding and not judgmental. I understand that the client's self-determination is most significant in the counseling relationship. I believe that the client is the most important person in the session and hence in order to help, I need to listen to rather than to tell each what to do.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Washington Cisco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457698912.
- LCSW · Illinois · 149.005632 · Expires November 2025
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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Washington Cisco
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Washington, is a great listener and I feel has a ton of knowledge. He is able to express his views by reading between the lines. This makes me feel he understands my thoughts.
Washington listens well and provides excellent resources to help with your therapy journey. I have only had one session so far but feel great about my decision to work with Washington Cisco.
He’s fantastic!! Most definitely helps me see things in a different light! I’ve become a better person because of him.
He is helpful in a way where he allows me to come to my own realizations, rather than saying you should do this. We talk & work out my feelings & then I begin to realize I've known what to do all along. He helps me (steers me) find the path Im looking instead of focusing on the wrong/negative things. He has changed my world & I'm very glad to have found him
Washington Cisco is a man of God and gives counsel as such with integrity.
If you are seeking therapeutic help from a man who loves the Lord Jesus Christ get in contact with Mr. Washington Cisco he truly is a blessing
Very patient, understanding, individualized sessions, gives many ways to approach a problem or concern.
I am very pleased with the methods and tools being provided by Mr. Cisco.
Amazing
Really enjoy working with him and feel confident knowing he has the experience and expertise to help me through my problems.
Washington Cisco has been God send. His wisdom, expertise and practical knowledge has help me better understand and cope with my deep depression. He's viewed by me as a Godly mentor, friend and father figure that I can open up too being fully transparent. Faithful Counseling and Mr. Cisco are such a blessing in this critical time of need for my mental health. If you are considering counseling and in need of a breakthrough please book a session immediately! You won't regret it. You are worth this investment and your loves ones will benefit from it as well. Please take the first step, God is by your side.
Mr. Cisco is a counselor with much experience he handles each situation with spiritual wisdom and clarity. He provides great strategies how to cope with challenging situations in life .
I made a connection with Washington during our first session I knew right away he was the kind of compassionate caring therapist that I was looking for I love that our sessions are Christ centered and that he understands my faith is an important integral part of my life it’s not a piece of my life but it’s part of who I am and I know he’s always listening and thinking and asking good questions to help me deep in my own thoughts and beliefs and to help me move forward in my every day life I’m very thankful that I had filled out the form on the website and that I was matched with Washington God is good
He has changed my life. It's been amazing
Excellent listener...helped me so much!
Very knowledgeable
Washington listens closely, and adapts to the information I share. He provides practical solutions to make changes to my daily habits. He is particularly good at addressing trauma. I highly recommend him to others.
Having my therapy with Mr. Washington has been one of the best decisions I've made on my journey to improving my mental health. He is absolutely lovely! He's patient, listens and it's somehow very soothing to speak with him about what I'm working out. My relationship has improved massively since my few sessions with Mr. Washington. There were some key statements that he made that just clicked for me and that I use now when being in triggering situations. I highly, highly recommend working with him.
He’s amazing and helps me immensely
Washington has helped me discuss things I never wanted to admit, and is helping me learn to move forward.
Mr. Cisco is a fantastic listener and provides great insight.
Best caring therapist, I’m so blessed to have him.
Washington Cisco is a great listener giving thoughtful insight and techniques to help work through issues.
Changed my life. I'm happy to be on this new journey
Great to work with, I enjoy him very much, enjoy his perspective and ability to deliver honestly but fairly
Amazing person that quickly understands the struggles that you may be going through. Wether you need immediate advice or just to be listened to Washington is you’re guy, love him
Washington is a fantastic therapist. He is very knowledgeable and compassionate. I am new to this journey and appreciate my sessions with him. I will be looking for someone new as I have given it lots of thought and need a slightly different approach. I would recommend him though as he got me thinking outside the box right out of the gate. I appreciate his time and passion for his craft.
I've never had a therapist as amazing as Mr. Cisco. He is attentive, patient, compassionate and empathetic. He allows me the safety to share and express my darkest moments and helps me fins brighter moments. The support he has given me has been truly life changing and saving. I can't thank him and betterhelp more.
Great job!
Washington offered profound insights on our first call
Very good listener and gives sound advice
Washington is a great listener and very wise! His listening and communication skills are exceptional. He help me get right down to it as far as identifying the problem I was telling myself in my head.
I was very reluctant to do therapy at first but Cisco changed my heart about therapy. I am very lucky and blessed to have come across him as my therapist. He’s extremely knowledgeable patient understanding and makes it easy for me to be open and relaxed and for someone like myself that is not an easy thing to do. He’s doing a great job helping me to put my broken pieces back together to make me whole again.
Washington Cisco is an excellent therapist and counselor
Very helpful!
Mr. Washington is amazing. He gives you multiple scenario’s to solve what kind of problem you have. Highly recommend
Pleasant and helpful, Mr Cisco provides me with theory and insight into questions I ask so that I can get a better idea of why I think the way that I do and how to try to alter my way of thinking to a more positive and beneficial way. I feel as though he is actually listening to what I say, and uses what I say to provide examples I will readily understand in reference to the consepts I need to understand for my mental growth.
He is always attentive, a strong listener and I have made great strides as a direct result of our work together.
I'm grateful to have found him.
Washington is the most caring and professional Therapist I have ever had. He remembers who I am and takes the time to learn more. I would recommend to everybody who is serious about their recovery
He listen and dress my concerns I feel very confident with him.
I enjoy working with him. I love his calm demeanor which helps neutralize my anxious thoughts or behavior when I talk. He makes me feel heard and always makes me feel confident in myself.
Since working with Washington he has truly been the type of therapist I’ve been seeking he’s definitely motivational and teaches you how to see things differently. Since I’ve worked with him I’ve taken notes and he definitely listens well . I’m glad I matched with Washington he’s definitely been a big help and it’s only been my 1st month on the platform and he’s already elevating my mental health
Washington understands the pressures and demands that are unique to a husband and father in modern society. Working with him is inspiring.
Very attentive and comforting person, show compassion and concern AWESOME!!!!
He has been very helpful with my anxiety
I've never had therapy or counseling before and this has made it easier for me to seek out the help I need.
Great therapist
He’s very knowledgeable. I’m excited to see what the next sessions have in store
Listens with compassion. I felt no judgment and offers ways to de-stress daily when my thoughts are beginning to overwhelm me
Washington is a very positive, caring, and open man. Washington listens to me and allows me to think for myself. Washington is a true professional and explains things in a way I can understand. I found a connection in the very first session and is very easy to talk to. I would recommend Washington to all my friends and family.
He’s been amazing and just what I need!
Washington has been instrumental in teaching me new ways to deal with my grief and anger. We are working on a cure, not a bandage. I look forward to understanding what progress I can make with him during the 2022 year. I imagine it will take 40-50 sessions (or more) to fully heal, but I'm up for it. And Washington is up to the task too.
It has been great working with him. Even in the short time we have been in counseling, I and my wife have noticed a difference in my well being and interaction with others. I would highly recommend Washington Cisco as a therapist.
Excellence!!
Washington listens to me and my concerns, I'm very closed off as it is but he asks the right questions.
Very focused on what you are saying and very provocative with his questions.
I spent two months with Washington Cisco and he helped me tremendously. He taught me so much about how to be less anxious and reduce stress among many other things. He listens so well and always guides me towards healthier ways of thinking. I'm doing so much better than I was before counseling.
Mr. Cisco has a large amount of knowledge and experience in this profession, his enthusiasum really helps continue through this process of healing and growth in therapy.
Mr. Washington has such a great mind and his ability to make you feel respected and listened to is second to none. He's a good man with a good soul who will help you through what ever problems you may face.
I like Mr. Washington. He's give me a few ideas so far to help manage my stress and my p.t.s.d. I have only had one session so far but the stress teniques have been helping. So ready to see what else happens and the future holds.
1 WORD!........EXCELLENT !!
Listening and being compassionate is two of the many wonderful traits I would say Mr. Cisco possesses. I would recommend him to anyone who is looking to make a meaningful change and want REAL help in doing so.
Frequently asked questions
Does Washington Cisco offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Washington Cisco 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 Washington Cisco speak?
Washington Cisco speaks English.
How many years of experience does Washington Cisco have?
Washington Cisco has 39 years of experience.
Where is Washington Cisco licensed to practice?
Washington Cisco is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Washington Cisco accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Washington Cisco does not accept 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 Washington Cisco offer?
Washington Cisco offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Washington Cisco?
Washington Cisco 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 Washington Cisco?
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.