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Nancy McGraw, LCSW-R
New York
LCSW-R in New York - Stress and grief support
See online therapy options- CBT tools
- Goal focused
- Caregiver support
About Nancy
Nancy McGraw is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-R) in New York with 25 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, low self-esteem, compassion fatigue, and life changes.
Her practice centers on helping clients find practical ways to cope. She listens to what is happening now and helps identify small changes that reduce distress. Sessions focus on clear steps and simple skills clients can try between meetings.
She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot unhelpful thoughts and habits and then test different responses. She also relies on client-centered techniques to follow the client’s pace and priorities. Solution-focused methods are used to set short-term goals and build on what already works.
Many clients who come to her are dealing with caregiving stress, chronic illness or pain, aging concerns, or end-of-life issues. She also supports people facing workplace stress, identity and life-purpose questions, and adjustment after military service.
Her style is direct and practical. She helps people develop coping tools, practice new behaviors, and track progress. Appointments aim to leave clients with clear next steps and manageable exercises to apply between sessions.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thoughts and test small behavior changes. CBT can help with anxiety, panic, low mood, and stress by breaking problems into clear, manageable steps.She also draws on client-centered methods that focus on listening and following the client’s priorities. Solution-focused techniques are used to set short-term goals and build on existing strengths and what already works in a person’s life.
Choosing the right approach is a shared process. She will review your goals and preferences together and adjust methods as you go, combining structured CBT exercises with conversational, client-led sessions when that fits better.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so please confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow for quicker check-ins between appointments. Let the therapist know your practical needs and she will help plan how sessions can fit into everyday life.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she focus on?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, low self-esteem, compassion fatigue, and life changes.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is practical and step-oriented, using clear skills practice and brief goal setting to address day-to-day problems.
How much experience does she have?
She has 25 years of clinical experience working with adults on mood, stress, caregiving, and health-related concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-R, practicing in New York.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she accept 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 that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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