Margaret Sicari , LCSW

Margaret Sicari is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 34 years of experience. She focuses on women's issues alongside common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and substance use challenges. Margaret uses a straightforward, collaborative style aimed at helping people find practical ways forward.

She keeps sessions conversational and goal-focused. Clients can expect to talk about what feels most urgent, try small changes between sessions, and measure progress together. Building trust quickly is a priority so people can be honest about what they are facing.

Margaret draws on several approaches to match each person’s needs. She uses Client-Centered methods to center the person’s perspective, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and Mindfulness techniques to manage stress and emotion. Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused ideas are used when people are ready to change or want concrete steps toward goals.

Margaret practices in New York and offers sessions in English. She works with both local and international clients. The tone of her work is warm, practical, and steady - aimed at helping people regain control and develop clearer ways to cope.

Approaches and Online Options for Getting Unstuck

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding each person’s experience. The therapist helps people describe what matters most and supports them as they choose the next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thought and behavior and teaches practical skills to reduce anxiety, depression, and panic symptoms. Mindfulness Therapy offers simple attention and breathing techniques to reduce reactivity and improve coping with stress and mood shifts.

Finding the right approach is a joint process. Margaret will discuss goals, try methods that fit the situation, and adjust the plan based on what helps. That collaborative rhythm means the work changes as needs and priorities shift over time.

Online therapy here uses video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make sessions easier to fit into a busy life. Video allows face-to-face interaction for deeper conversation. Phone sessions can be a good option when lower bandwidth or stepping away for a short check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging work well for quick updates, brief coaching, or when writing feels easier than speaking. These options increase flexibility for people juggling work, caregiving, or travel while staying connected with a licensed professional.