Licensed clinical social worker recordNew York
William Margraf, LCSW
New York
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Relationships and Life Change
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in New York
- LCSW, licence 074355
- NPI
- 1699613737
- Experience
- 10 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- New York
These details come from information William 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
- LGBT concerns
- Depression support
- Communication help
About William
William Margraf is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in New York with ten years of clinical experience. He works with people facing depression, relationship strain, low self-esteem, LGBT concerns, and coping with life changes. His profile emphasizes practical steps and steady support for everyday pressures.
Margraf uses a strengths-oriented, collaborative approach. He focuses on what a person already does well and on small, concrete changes that fit real life. Sessions tend to include straight talk about relationships, communication patterns, and decisions that matter day to day.
His background blends clinical social work with a long engagement in community and spiritual conversation. He trained in social work and theology and has written and spoken on Franciscan spirituality, anti-racism, and LGBTQ+ topics. That mix influences how he frames meaning, values, and purpose in therapy.
In practice he helps people sort through family of origin issues, commitment and communication problems, guilt and shame, and the practical fallout of separation or divorce. He also addresses aging and geriatric concerns, fatherhood issues, and the social effects of isolation or living with HIV/AIDS.
Sessions aim to be collaborative and intentional. The work looks at strengths, past coping, and where a person finds meaning. That combination is used to set achievable goals and to develop concrete skills for everyday life.
BHow sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and working online
William Margraf describes his practice in terms of evidence-based techniques that emphasize strengths and practical change. One approach focuses on identifying and building on existing strengths and coping strategies to manage depression and life transitions. That work looks at what already helps a person and expands those skills in small, doable steps.A second approach centers on communication work for relationships and conflict. Sessions break down patterns of interaction, practice clearer ways to state needs, and rehearse new responses that reduce misunderstandings and increase connection.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. He works collaboratively to match techniques to a person's goals, values, and daily demands, adjusting the plan as progress is made and circumstances change.
The biography did not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm current session options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten a check-in when time is limited, or avoid travel time so therapy becomes more practical. Talk with him about what will fit your schedule and communication preferences before your first session.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
He works with depression, LGBT concerns, relationship strain, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes, along with related issues like family problems and isolation.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He uses a strengths-oriented, collaborative approach focused on practical changes and clearer communication in daily life.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has ten years of clinical experience as a practicing clinician.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in New York and practices from that location.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What formats are used for sessions?
The original biography did not list specific session formats; confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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