Therapist
Mara Chiles
LCSW
Experienced LCSW focused on practical support
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- Client-centered approach
- Practical goal setting
- Resource connections
About Mara
Mara brings 22 years of practice to each meeting. She listens actively and responds with empathy and practical suggestions. She looks for a person’s strengths and sets clear, shared goals to guide the work together. Mara also connects people to community resources and support systems when needed.
Her approach blends client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral techniques and psychodynamic ideas. She also uses mindfulness and narrative methods to help people notice patterns and try different ways of responding. Sessions focus on everyday problems and steps that can fit into family life.
Mara has experience addressing many concerns linked to chronic illness, caregiving stress, autism and aging issues, as well as relationship and communication problems. She discusses choices openly so people understand what to expect and can pick what feels most helpful.
Her style is straightforward and compassionate. She encourages small, realistic changes and reminds people that growth is a process. Parents and caregivers who want clear guidance and practical next steps often choose to begin here.
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Areas of expertise
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
22+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
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How her approaches fit into online care
Mara uses client-centered work to ground sessions in each person's priorities. This means conversations start with what matters most to the client and build from their strengths. It helps when the goal is to make changes that fit real life, such as parenting or caregiving routines.She also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy, which focuses on practical skills to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT can be useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and mood management because it breaks problems into manageable steps.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist and client will discuss the client’s needs, goals, and preferences and try methods that seem likely to help. Adjustments are made together as the work progresses so the approach stays relevant to everyday life.
Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online work can make scheduling easier and reduce travel time, and it can allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Licensed professionals can use remote sessions to keep care consistent while fitting visits into a busy family routine.
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Frequently asked questions
What issues does Mara focus on?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship conflict, addictions, parenting concerns, bipolar disorder, and related challenges.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
The approach is direct and compassionate, combining active listening with practical goal setting and collaborative planning.
What kind of experience does she bring?
She has 22 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of concerns including aging and caregiver stress.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in New York and practices in New York state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
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 priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Mara?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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