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Margaret Sicari

Margaret Sicari, LCSW

LCSW - Anxiety and Relationship Concerns

New York

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Credentials
LCSW
License
LCSW, New York / 030634
NPI
1336280353
Experience
34 years
Languages
English
Location
New York
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy

About Margaret

Margaret Sicari is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York with 34 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, addictions, and self-esteem struggles. Her practice also addresses trauma, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting concerns, ADHD, and mood disorders.

Margaret's background includes private practice, agency work, high school social work, clinical supervision, and program directorship. Those roles exposed her to many life situations and to people at different stages. She has supported individuals dealing with substance use and the family members affected by addiction.

Her style is collaborative and practical. She and the client set goals together and agree on steps to reach them. Sessions focus on clear skills and small changes that fit into day-to-day life.

Margaret uses several approaches depending on the problem and the person's preferences. She draws on client-centered conversations to understand priorities, cognitive behavioral methods to address thought and behavior patterns, and mindfulness practices to reduce reactivity. Motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques help when making changes feels difficult.

People can expect straightforward talk, skill-building, and periodic reviews of progress. Margaret aims to broaden a person’s understanding of their situation and add tools for coping. The focus is on workable steps rather than lengthy theory.

Therapeutic approaches and working online

Margaret commonly uses client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, and mindfulness practices. Client-centered work focuses on understanding what matters most to the person and shaping goals around those priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at patterns of thought and behavior and introduces practical exercises to shift unhelpful habits. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and help with anxiety and stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. She will collaborate with each person to decide which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences. That choice can change as work progresses, and adjustments are made together based on what helps most.

The original biography did not list specific online session formats, so please confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, or avoid travel time. Margaret aims to help clients carry skills into daily life and will discuss which session length and rhythm best support that practical work.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

LGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

34+ years

Listed in

New York

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, addictions, self-esteem issues, trauma, grief, parenting concerns, ADHD, and related topics.

What is her therapeutic style like?

She uses a collaborative, goal-focused approach that emphasizes practical skills and agreed-upon steps to address problems.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 34 years of experience across private practice, agency settings, school social work, supervision, and program leadership.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is an LCSW licensed in New York and practices from that state.

Which languages and international options are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.

What session formats are offered?

The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm available session options before booking.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

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