Therapist profile
Darlene Maggiolo, LICSW, LCSW
New Jersey
Licensed Social Worker - Anger and Relationships
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- CredentialsLICSW, LCSW
- LicenseLCSW, Pennsylvania / CW018515; LICSW, Rhode Island / ISW02434; LCSW, New Jersey / 44SC06532600
- NPI1144671322
- Experience17 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationNew Jersey
About
- ACT
- CBT
- Mindfulness
About Darlene
Darlene Maggiolo is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 17 years of experience based in New Jersey. She works with adults on issues including stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship concerns, self-esteem, coping with life changes, parenting, and LGBT wellness. Darlene’s work often addresses attachment, grief, trauma, ADHD, and career or life purpose questions.
Darlene uses straightforward conversation and practical exercises. She draws from approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, attachment-based work, and a client-centered stance. Sessions typically focus on what someone wants to change now and what small steps can help this week.
In sessions she pays attention to patterns that lead to snapping, withdrawal, or simmering resentment. She helps people notice triggers, try new responses, and practice skills that reduce escalation. She also supports practical problem solving for work stress, parenting strain, or relationship friction.
Darlene pays attention to boundaries, communication skills, and rebuilding trust after conflict. She brings experience working with blended family issues, caregiver stress, codependency, and intimacy-related concerns. People often leave sessions with a short list of things to try between meetings.
Her style is direct and human. She asks clear questions and offers concrete strategies. To begin, clients complete a short questionnaire and schedule a first session that clarifies goals and next steps.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and choosing actions that match personal values. It helps with ongoing anger, life changes, and decisions about relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and teaches concrete strategies for changing reactions and managing stress. Mindfulness Therapy offers short practices to reduce reactivity and increase grounding in the moment.Finding the right approach is part of the work. She will collaborate with each person to identify which combination of ACT, CBT, mindfulness, or attachment-based ideas fits best. Goals, preferences, and everyday routines guide how techniques are used and practiced between sessions.
Confirm the current session formats before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and remove the need to travel. Some people find video helpful for face-to-face conversation while others choose audio for a quieter setup. Discussing practical needs during the first appointment helps plan session length and frequency to match life obligations.
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Experience
17+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, New Jersey
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
Darlene works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship issues, self-esteem, parenting, grief, trauma, ADHD, and related life changes.
How would she approach my anger or temper?
She combines practical skill-building with mindfulness and CBT to help identify triggers, slow escalation, and practice alternative responses.
How much experience does she have?
Darlene has 17 years of clinical experience as a social worker in New Jersey.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds the credentials LICSW and LCSW and practices in New Jersey.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to start?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.