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Mara Chiles, LCSW

Stress, Anxiety Relationships Grief Depression
Video Phone Messaging

About me

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who practices in New York . I am a graduate from Hunter School Of Social Work in New York City. I have counseled a variety of people within the past 20 years. I have worked with issues related to depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions , parenting issues as well as relationship conflicts. I have also assisted many people dealing with aging parents. As a Social Worker I not only counsel to empower individuals but I connect people to systems and resources to provide ongoing support.

My counseling style combines active listening along with interactive compassion and empathy. I like to access an individuals strengths and then form goals that we agree on from there. I use cognitive behavioral therapy as well as a psycho -analytical approach. I have done Christian based therapy also. My focus is a holistic approach to empower the individual for long term success.

It is not easy making change but when we realize that we are "all work in progress" it sometimes makes it a little easier to seek help to assist us in being the best we can be!
I look forward to connecting with you.

Professional experience

22yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Relationships Grief Depression

Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Abandonment, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Blended Family Issues, Cancer, Caregiver Issues and Stress, Chronic Pain Illness and Disability, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication Problems, Control Issues, Divorce and Separation, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Forgiveness, HIV / AIDS, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Intellectual Disability, Life Purpose, Midlife Crisis, Military and Veterans Issues, Multicultural Concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic Disorder and Panic Attacks, Prejudice and Discrimination, Self-Love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Social Anxiety and Phobia, Women's Issues, Young Adult Issues

Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy

Services offered

Video
Phone
Messaging

License information

NY LCSW R055834-1

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Mara Chiles. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

Mara has been very supportive in helping me deal with many challenges in my life. She has helped me see several issues affecting me from a more effective positive perspective.

Written on Jan 04, 2024 after therapy with Mara for 3 years and 8 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Mara is a true blessing. She has helped me tremendously!

Written on Sep 29, 2023 after therapy with Mara for 3 years and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem

Mara has been a great support and mentor for me. She exactly knew what I needed at what time. She never rushed our therapy sessions. She usually takes a logical break from our sessions rather than ending the call at exactly end time.

Written on Feb 08, 2023 after therapy with Mara for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching

Mara is the Best therapist I have ever worked for. Better Health is lucky to have her. She is so knowledgable, kind and fun to be with. She exudes empathy. Thank you Mara.

Written on Jan 31, 2023 after therapy with Mara for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, and parenting issues

I've made some really important strides in my mental health this year. Mara is patient and understanding.

Written on Dec 25, 2022 after therapy with Mara for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd

Mara has changed my life. She's gifted in so many ways...her superpower is connecting the dots for you while consistently having an empathetic ear. She's invaluable and I'm blessed to have found her! I'm no longer just surviving....I'm on my path to thriving!!

Written on Jun 11, 2022 after therapy with Mara for 2 years and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and bipolar disorder