Maria Patania, LCSW

Licensed in New Jersey · 28 years in practice

Maria Patania helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, eating and self-esteem concerns.

License and registration

LCSW, New Jersey: 44SC05174900 · expires August 2026
NPI: 1679502942 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 28
Languages: English

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About Maria

Maria Patania helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, eating and self-esteem concerns. She is a licensed clinical social worker with 28 years of practice in New Jersey. Her style is calm and straightforward, aimed at parents and adults who need clear support during hard times.

She focuses on practical steps that fit into busy lives. Sessions cover things like coping with loss, improving body image, and handling caregiver strain.

Background and approach

Maria guides people through low moods and anxious moments using a respectful, listening-first approach. Many clients seek help with life transitions such as divorce or changing roles at home. She also works with concerns tied to aging and seasonal mood shifts.

Common topics include guilt, shame, loneliness, and finding purpose after big changes. Maria uses client-centered therapy to make the work feel collaborative. That means the conversation follows what matters most to the person, and goals are set together.

She offers a mix of talk-based support and practical problem-solving tailored to each situation. Her long experience means she has seen a wide range of emotional challenges. Sessions are aimed at building clearer thinking and steadier coping over time.

Maria encourages small, realistic steps that add up to meaningful change.

Focus areas and approaches

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Approaches Maria names

Client-Centered Therapy

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Online support

Client-centered care delivered online

Client-centered therapy places the client at the center of the work. The therapist listens deeply, reflects what matters most, and helps the person set their own goals. This approach suits issues like anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem and life transitions where understanding personal meaning matters.

In sessions that emphasize collaboration, the therapist and client decide together which methods feel most helpful. That means exploring feelings, trying small coping strategies, and adjusting the plan as progress is made. Maria uses this collaborative stance to tailor support to each person's needs and preferences.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video can recreate a face-to-face feel for longer work, while phone sessions use less bandwidth and can fit into a break at work. Live chat and text messaging are useful for brief check-ins, tracking progress between meetings, and staying connected when schedules are tight. These options give more flexibility for people balancing family, work, or caregiving duties.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does Maria address?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, eating and self-esteem issues, plus related areas like body image, caregiver stress, aging concerns and seasonal mood changes.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is client-centered and collaborative, prioritizing listening first and shaping goals with each person in plain, practical language.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Maria brings 28 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of emotional and life transition concerns.

What are her credentials and location?

She is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, practicing in New Jersey.

Which languages are supported and can international clients join?

Sessions are offered in English and Maria is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are available?

Therapy is available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs.

How is cost handled for sessions?

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

What are the first steps to begin therapy?

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