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Maria Picciotti, LCSW

Compassionate LCSW for trauma and mood
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Accepts international clients

About Maria Picciotti

Maria Picciotti is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Pennsylvania with 10 years of licensed professional experience. An LCSW is a licensed social worker trained to provide clinical psychotherapy and mental health support. Maria concentrates her work on stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, compassion fatigue, intimacy-related concerns, anger, and self-esteem challenges, and she also addresses a range of related issues including antisocial personality traits, chronic pain and illness, co-morbidity, dissociation, HIV/AIDS, mood disorders, paranoia, phobias, self-love and sexuality, social anxiety and phobia, and trichotillomania.

Her therapeutic style draws on several evidence-informed approaches tailored to each person’s needs. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Client-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and the Gottman Method for relationship work. She emphasizes individualized treatment plans that reflect each client’s history, values, and goals while maintaining dignity, respect, sensitivity, and compassion throughout the process.

Maria recognizes that beginning therapy can take courage and offers collaborative support to those who choose to start. She provides services in English and accepts international clients. She is not currently accepting new clients.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Antisocial personalityChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityDissociationHIV / AIDSMood disordersParanoiaPhobiasSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomania

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Maria Picciotti have?

Maria Picciotti has 10 years of licensed professional experience.

Is Maria Picciotti a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: PA LCSW CW023744.

In which languages does Maria Picciotti provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Maria Picciotti located?

Maria Picciotti is located in Pennsylvania.

How can I work with Maria Picciotti as my therapist?

You can work with Maria Picciotti through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Maria Picciotti work with international clients?

Yes, Maria Picciotti works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Maria Picciotti cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Online Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people ask whether remote therapy can truly help. For many common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions - online therapy is often as effective as traditional in-person care and can provide meaningful support and progress.

One of the key benefits is flexibility. Clients can connect with a therapist in the way that best suits their life and comfort level - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options can make it easier to maintain consistency and fit therapy into a busy schedule.

Licensed professionals provide the therapeutic services, and clients may choose to switch therapists at any time if they are seeking a different fit. For many people, online therapy is a practical, accessible way to begin or continue mental health work with trained therapists.

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