Mara Chiles, LCSW
Licensed in New York · 22 years in practice
Mara Chiles is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, relationship strain, parenting concerns, and trauma.
License and registration
- LCSW, New York
- R055834-1 · expires July 2026
- NPI
- 1134761034 · national provider identifier
- Years in practice
- 22
- Languages
- English
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About Mara
Mara Chiles is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, relationship strain, parenting concerns, and trauma. She practices in New York and brings 22 years of clinical experience to conversations about everyday struggles. Her tone is direct and practical, aimed at people looking for clear steps forward.
In sessions she listens first, then helps clients name strengths they can use right away.
Background and approach
She works with each person to set simple, realistic goals and checks progress as therapy moves along. Mara combines client-centered listening with structured strategies to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. Her methods include cognitive behavioral techniques to shift unhelpful thinking and narrative work to reshape personal stories.
She also draws on psychodynamic ideas to look at patterns that began earlier in life, and uses mindfulness exercises to ground people during stressful moments. The mix is chosen to fit the person, not the other way around. Outside talk therapy she connects people to community resources and practical supports when needed.
That background as a social worker means attention to both feelings and real-world needs like caregiving or aging-parent issues. Mara aims for a straightforward, compassionate approach. She encourages small steps, honest conversation, and steady progress toward whatever matters most to the client.
Focus areas and approaches
Everything Mara lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Depression
- 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
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Intellectual disability
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces 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
Approaches Mara names
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
Naming an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist lists and does not check training records.
Online support
Approaches that translate to online care
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and responding to what matters most to the client. It helps people feel heard, clarify goals, and build on everyday strengths for coping and change.Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and habit patterns by giving clear exercises and things to try between sessions.
Mindfulness therapy offers simple practices to bring attention back to the present moment and reduce reactivity. These short exercises can be used during a stressful day or as part of regular routine to lower tension.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will listen to your goals and try methods that match your needs and preferences. You and the therapist will check in and adjust the plan as you learn what helps most.
Online formats make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. Video calls let you have face-to-face conversation from different locations. Phone sessions are helpful when bandwidth or being on camera is an issue. Live chat or text-based messaging works well for quick check-ins, mood tracking, or short coaching between longer sessions. These options increase flexibility so therapy can continue around work, caregiving, or medical needs.
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Questions people ask
What kinds of concerns does Mara work with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, relationship issues, parenting concerns, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, and related family and life challenges.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style blends careful listening with practical steps. She helps clients identify strengths, set realistic goals, and use tools that fit their daily life.
What is her professional background?
She has 22 years of clinical experience and practices as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her work has included counseling and connecting people with community resources.
Where is the therapist located and licensed?
She practices in New York and holds a NY LCSW license.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are video or phone sessions available?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps start the process of working together?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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