About Aldo
Aldo Hernandez is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who helps people manage stress, anxiety, intimacy issues, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, and life transitions. He works in English and Spanish and has nearly three decades of experience in social work. His approach is direct and practical, aiming to give useful tools that can be used right away.
Aldo listens closely and asks questions to understand each person's point of view.
How Aldo works
He focuses on improving communication and tackling control and dependency struggles. He also addresses personality-related patterns such as avoidant, dependent, narcissistic, and antisocial traits, along with panic attacks and codependency challenges. In sessions he blends cognitive behavioral ideas with psychodynamic thinking.
That means he helps people spot unhelpful thinking and behavior, while also looking at deeper patterns that repeat over time. He uses mindfulness and acceptance skills to reduce distress and improve choices in the moment. Therapy can include motivational techniques to clarify goals and keep progress moving.
Aldo aims to be an active listener who offers clear, practical suggestions. Many clients find his style both engaging and straightforward. He provides online options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text messaging.
Aldo works with people in Illinois and accepts international clients for remote sessions.
Aldo lists 6 ways of working on the entry:
What Aldo works with
The areas below are the ones Aldo selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
Also listed
- Anger management
- Antisocial personality
- Avoidant personality
- Career difficulties
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Coping with life changes
- Dependent personality
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Self esteem
Training and background
| Register | LCSW |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 29 |
| Languages | English, Spanish |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Illinois |
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Online support options
Approaches that guide online work and practical tools
Aldo commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck, then choose actions that match their values. ACT can be useful for anxiety, stress, and decisions that feel overwhelming.He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thinking and change patterns that increase distress. CBT focuses on small, practical steps and skill-building to reduce panic, manage anger, and improve day-to-day coping.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Aldo works collaboratively to see which methods fit a person's goals and preferences. He may combine techniques and adjust the plan as progress is made.
Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility. Video is useful for deeper conversations and visual connection, while phone calls can work when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text are helpful for brief check-ins, short problem-solving, or when someone prefers not to be on camera. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and keep momentum between appointments.
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