Mara Chiles, LCSW
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship support
- Parenting and family
About Mara Chiles
Her practice focuses on a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, parenting challenges, relationship conflicts, and the stresses of caring for aging parents. She has also worked with addiction, trauma, and family-related issues, addressing both individual and relational needs with attention to practical supports.
Chiles blends active listening with compassion and empathy, emphasizing collaborative goal-setting that builds on each personâs existing strengths. Her clinical work integrates cognitive behavioral techniques alongside psycho-analytical methods, and she has experience offering Christian-based therapy when it aligns with a client's values. The overall aim is to empower individuals to make sustainable change and to accept growth as an ongoing process. She welcomes the opportunity to connect with those ready to begin that work.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Mara Chiles have?
Mara Chiles has 22 years of experience.
Is Mara Chiles a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: NY LCSW R055834-1.
In which languages does Mara Chiles provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Mara Chiles located?
She is located in New York.
How can I work with Mara Chiles as my therapist?
You can work with Mara Chiles through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Mara Chiles work with international clients?
Mara Chiles does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Mara Chiles cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches, Collaboration, and the Convenience of Online Care
Mara Chiles uses several well-established therapeutic approaches tailored to each person's needs. Client-centered therapy emphasizes active listening and empathy, inviting clients to lead the pace of work while the therapist supports self-discovery and personal strengths. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. Psychodynamic therapy explores underlying patterns and past influences that shape current feelings and relationships, offering deeper insight into longstanding issues and relational dynamics.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and happens collaboratively. Mara works with clients to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most useful for their situation, and she adjusts techniques over time to match progress and changing needs.
Online therapy expands access by offering video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care into busy schedules and to maintain continuity when in-person meetings are difficult. These options allow licensed professionals to provide flexible, ongoing support across a range of concerns while adapting to each client's life and routine.