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- Family concerns
- ADHD and autism
- Caregiver support
About Anna
LCSW in Illinois with 7 years of experience, Anna Bruno supports people facing family stress, grief, anxiety, parenting strain, workplace challenges, and life transitions. She also works with clients dealing with ADHD, autism, caregiving burden, chronic illness, and sensory impairments. Anna uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and practical coaching to help people set goals and take steps toward them.
Anna earned a Bachelor of Social Work and a Master of Social Work from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Her early internships were with clinics focused on autistic children and adults. She has experience supporting individuals, parents, and college students, and has spent much of her career with people who have developmental or intellectual disabilities.
She often helps people identify strengths and clarify what matters to them. Sessions focus on concrete goals and small, achievable steps. Anna describes her role as a sounding board and consultant who helps clients weigh options and plan next steps.
Her background includes leadership in the Illinois social work community and an award for Outstanding New Social Worker from the University of Illinois School of Social Work. That experience informs her practical approach to problem solving and advocacy.
People who come to her for help can expect straightforward conversation about goals and barriers. She supports people through parenting challenges, caregiver stress, career decisions, and coping with loss or chronic health issues. Work often combines coaching-style planning with clinical techniques to address anxiety and stress.
Sessions emphasize the client’s right to self-determination and focus on uncovering strengths. Anna helps map out steps toward a life goal, and then revisits progress in follow-up conversations.
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How evidence-based approaches are used in online sessions
Anna works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear goals and measurable steps. One common approach she uses is goal-oriented coaching combined with clinical methods to manage anxiety and stress. This involves setting a specific target, identifying obstacles, and practicing skills to reduce worry or burnout.Another approach centers on support for neurodiversity and caregiving challenges. In practical terms this means addressing communication strategies, routine adjustments, and problem-solving for daily living. These techniques help with ADHD, autism-related needs, and caregiver strain by breaking tasks into smaller, manageable pieces.
Choosing the right method is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss different techniques, try approaches, and adjust based on the client’s needs, goals, and preferences. The client and therapist make decisions collaboratively about what feels most useful.
Confirm the session formats before booking since the biography does not list specific options. Online sessions can help fit therapy into a busy week by reducing travel and allowing shorter check-ins when needed. They also make it easier to maintain continuity with regular appointments while juggling family, work, or health demands.
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Areas of expertise
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She supports people with family problems, grief, self-esteem, anxiety, stress, relationship and parenting challenges, career questions, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and a coaching approach that focuses on goal setting and practical steps.
How much experience does she have?
She has seven years of clinical experience working in social work settings and community programs.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) practicing in Illinois.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
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, use the urgent help numbers.