Licensed clinical social worker recordNew Jersey
Darlene Maggiolo, LICSW, LCSW
New Jersey
Licensed social worker - women's wellness and life transitions
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- Credentials
- LICSW, LCSW
- Licensed in Pennsylvania
- LCSW, licence CW018515
- Licensed in Rhode Island
- LICSW, licence ISW02434
- Licensed in New Jersey
- LCSW, licence 44SC06532600
- NPI
- 1144671322
- Experience
- 17 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- New Jersey
These details come from information Darlene supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Mindfulness based
- Attachment focus
- Practical skills
About Darlene
Darlene Maggiolo is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New Jersey with 17 years of experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, self-esteem, parenting, grief, trauma and abuse, and LGBT wellness. She also addresses career issues, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and life changes.
She works in straightforward, practical ways. Sessions look at what is happening now and what the client wants to change. She uses mindfulness and cognitive approaches to help people notice habits of thought and behavior and try small, doable shifts. Attachment-based ideas guide work on relationship patterns and intimacy issues.
Her approach centers on clients' own goals and strengths. She helps people clarify priorities, set boundaries, and manage intense emotions like anger or grief. For parenting or co-parenting concerns she focuses on real-life strategies rather than abstract theory.
Darlene blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ideas with client-centered listening to support decision making and meaning work. She also uses motivational techniques to boost follow-through on changes people want to make. The methods are practical and aimed at everyday life demands.
She commonly addresses eating and body image issues, fertility and family stress, abandonment and attachment wounds, blended family dynamics, and communication problems. Concerns related to intimacy, infidelity, and divorce are also part of her caseload.
Sessions are conducted in English. Prospective clients should confirm current session formats and booking steps before scheduling a first appointment.
BHow sessions work
Using specific approaches in remote sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and values, then take small actions that match what matters to them despite difficult feelings. It can be useful for anxiety, low mood, and life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns show up now and helps people try different ways of connecting, which is useful for intimacy and relationship struggles. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and reflection so the client can find their own answers and build confidence in decision making.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferred ways of working, and practical needs, then suggest strategies to try. Plans are adjusted over time based on what helps in day-to-day life.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm the current online session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Remote sessions also let people use audio-only or video options depending on comfort and bandwidth. The focus remains on practical tools that translate to home, work, and family routines.
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Experience
17+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, New Jersey
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, self-esteem, parenting, grief, trauma and LGBT wellness, among other concerns.
What is her general approach in sessions?
She uses client-centered listening combined with mindfulness, cognitive tools, and acceptance-based techniques to address everyday problems and decision making.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 17 years of clinical experience working with adults on life transitions, boundary setting, and attachment concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She holds the credentials LICSW and LCSW and is licensed as an RI LICSW and a PA LCSW; she practices in New Jersey.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers