Maria Daly, LCSW

Therapist in Illinois

Maria Daly, LCSW, helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship and intimacy concerns, and LGBTQ issues.

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Licensed inIllinois
License149.018605
NPI 1780165993
Experience12+ years
LanguagesEnglish

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About Maria

Maria Daly, LCSW, helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship and intimacy concerns, and LGBTQ issues. She works with adults facing life transitions, loneliness, codependency, attachment struggles, and end-of-life or aging questions. Maria practices in Illinois and brings 12 years of experience to each session.

Her style is collaborative and patient. She creates a calm space where people can talk through painful memories, current losses, and difficult decisions.

Background and approach

Sessions focus on understanding what causes emotional pain and on learning ways to manage it day to day. Maria uses a mix of approaches to meet individual needs. She draws on attachment-based ideas to look at how early relationships affect present patterns.

She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and cognitive behavioral tools to change unhelpful thoughts and take actions that match personal values. Education and real-world experience guide her work. She explains concepts plainly and offers exercises people can try between sessions.

That combination helps clients practice new skills and notice gradual changes in mood and relationships. Maria emphasizes partnership in therapy. Together with each person she sets goals, tests what works, and adjusts the plan as needed.

The focus is on practical steps toward greater emotional balance and more satisfying connections.

Credentials

LCSW (Illinois): License 149.018605 · expires November 2027
NPI: 1780165993 · national provider identifier

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Focus areas and approaches

Everything Maria lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Depression
LGBT
Family conflicts
Intimacy-related issues
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Blended family issues
Codependency
Gender dysphoria
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Isolation / loneliness
Multicultural concerns
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships

Approaches Maria names

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Online support

How attachment and action-focused therapies work online

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at the ways early bonds shape current relationship patterns and emotional responses, helping people notice and change repeated behaviors that cause pain. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, teaches people to accept difficult feelings while committing to actions that reflect their values, which is useful for anxiety, depression, and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing different behaviors to reduce distress and improve daily functioning.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each person to identify which methods fit their goals and comfort level, then adjust the plan as progress is made. This shared process helps tailor exercises and homework to real-life situations.

Online sessions use video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility. Video is good for face-to-face conversation and reading nonverbal cues, phone works when bandwidth is limited, live chat can provide shorter check-ins, and text messaging helps with quick reflections between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to continue work during moves or travel.

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Frequently asked

What concerns does Maria commonly address?

She supports people coping with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, self-esteem struggles, and a range of family and life-change concerns.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her approach is collaborative, patient, and straightforward. She creates a calm space where clients can talk through experiences and try practical tools.

What background and experience does she bring?

Maria has 12 years of clinical experience working with adults on grief, trauma, mood concerns, aging, and LGBTQ matters.

What credentials and location apply to her practice?

She is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - and practices in Illinois.

Which languages and international clients are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and she welcomes international clients.

What session formats does she offer online?

She works through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs.

How is cost handled for sessions?

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

How do I begin working with her?

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