Bernadette has been an incredible resource for me as I work to overcome a number of challenges.
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Bernadette
Accepted insurance & self-pay
About Bernadette
Bernadette Cosgrove is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) who has a strong background in a variety of mental health disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety, and phobias. Bernadette has experience in mental health crisis counseling and feels she is well-equipped for crisis situations should they arise. Bernadette also has experience working with persons who have drug and alcohol addiction concerns. An ideal client for her would be someone over the age of 18 who is dealing with adjustment disorders, phobias, anxiety, or bipolar disorder. Bernadette would like to help them better manage their daily lives as she would assume they are coming for treatment because certain aspects of their lives have become unmanageable. She would also have interest in working with young persons going through self-esteem or relationship issues.
Bernadette completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Salisbury University. She has a strong background in motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and exposure therapy. Bernadette herself overcame many phobias and feels she truly understands where the client is coming from because she has lived in their shoes. She uses a person-centered approach to therapy where a therapeutic alliance will be strongly built so you are held accountable and she can support you and motivate you to the best of her abilities.

"As a clinician using a client centered approach to treatment I make every effort to meet you where you are at in your goals for treatment. "
What clients say
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Bernadette has been an incredible resource for me as I work to overcome a number of challenges.
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Bernadette
Get to know Bernadette
Why did you decide to become a counselor?
I wanted to become a counselor because I have personal experience with mental health and addiction issues and know what it is like first hand to experience many of the same issues my clients might be going through, which allows me to relate well and show genuine empathy for my clients.
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
I was impressed by the support I would get as a clinician starting out in the therapy field.
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
Getting to know one another, setting expectations, and beginning to build a therapeutic alliance.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
I volunteer at a wildlife rescue, travel, and go to concerts.
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 4 years
- Graduating institute
- Salisbury University
- Graduating degree
- Master of Social Work
