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Maria Daly, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Maria is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Maria. View 21 reviews
Great news, Maria is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Illinois

Recent reviews

I’ve only had a few sessions with this therapist but Maria makes me feel very safe and heard. Maria listens to me and is interested in details.

Reviewed November 2024

Maria is a breath of fresh air. She has a fun personality and so easy to talk to. She provides excellent resources and encourages my journaling. I am very thankful for the help she has given me. I highly recommend her!

Reviewed November 2024

More about Maria

  • 12 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

Hello and Welcome,

I am Maria Daly, a skilled therapist licensed to serve clients who are residents of Illinois. My experience over the past 12 years has been counseling adults coping with grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, aging, and LGBTQ+ issues, as well as other areas.

My approach to therapy is integrative, collaborative, and patient. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients to explore their experiences and discuss issues that they face and are seeking assistance with.

My goal is to work together toward healing/acceptance or whatever the goal may be that promotes a happier and healthier functioning client.

I believe that having an understanding of why we suffer emotionally is important to processing and working through our past and present experiences. Therefore, in guiding clients (you) with education, and then building on that knowledge, helps to promote psychological growth and mastery of your own life.

I realize that, at times it takes courage to reach out for help and I admire you for taking a step toward a more fulfilled and happier life. I am here to support and empower you on that journey.

Specialties

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

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Maria Daly's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780165993.

  • LCSW · Illinois · 149.018605 · Expires November 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Maria Daly

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

21 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Professional Comfortable Easy Helped Helping Recommend Support Supportive Thankful

I’ve only had a few sessions with this therapist but Maria makes me feel very safe and heard. Maria listens to me and is interested in details.

Reviewed November 2024

Maria is a breath of fresh air. She has a fun personality and so easy to talk to. She provides excellent resources and encourages my journaling. I am very thankful for the help she has given me. I highly recommend her!

Reviewed November 2024

Maria is a wonderful listener and support.

Reviewed November 2024

Maria makes me feel like someone cares and wants to help without making me feel inadequate as a person

Reviewed November 2024

maria is very sweet and lets you discuss what you need to before jumping in and putting her help in. she likes to repeat what is said so she can make sure she understands correctly before giving advice and help so that it is done accurately and can give the best support

Reviewed November 2024

Very thoughtful and caring. Always willing to provide mental health education and approach new issues in a multi-facted approach.

Reviewed November 2024

Maria is absolutely phenomenal. I have only felt truly seen and heard by 2 other therapists in my life before her and Maria is as supportive and kind and comfortable to talk to. After 3 weeks as her client, I am thankful from the depths of my soul for how easy it's been to connect with her and know for sure she's truly listening, taking great notes, and giving me the time and space I need to put to words the horrific childhood and early adult years of my life. Maria doesn't leave me feeling judged, just cared about and respected. I think she's going to be very patient with me, while helping me stay grounded in my day to day life now. We definitely seem to have a groovy kind of bond and understanding of each other's talents. I thank her daily in my head for our sessions, because I have had so many fewer intrusive thoughts, panic attacks and night terrors since we began. Maria gives me hope that I can get my past sorted out without derailing my world today.

Reviewed November 2024

Maria is kind, patient and open about what I am feeling. I appreciate her time and how she cares.

Reviewed September 2024

She has been very patient and helpful. She has helped me put a lot of things into context.

Reviewed September 2024

A wonderful woman and therapist. Is open to taking multiple paths for my multiple problems and I’ve never had a better therapy experience. In fact it’s the only good one I’ve had!

Reviewed September 2024

Maria has been supportive, thoughtful, and encouraging. I have benefitted from her insights and the resources she's provided.

Reviewed April 2024

My original therapist didn't work out but I'm so glad because Maria is so much better. I really appreciate her input during these difficult times.

Reviewed November 2023

Literally one of my best friends. Saving my life.

Reviewed September 2023

She understands me. She is on my side. This helps the most. You need someone there for you and she is the one for you.

Reviewed August 2023

She’s Amazing

Reviewed July 2023

I couldn't have pictured a better match for my confidant during my first journey down self healing.

Reviewed May 2023

Maria is very well versed in helping individuals heal from narcissistic abuse. She has provided me new insight I had never thought of myself nor heard from anyone else.

Reviewed May 2023

Maria is a great listener and wise counselor. I appreciated how she could take a sizable context and distill the solution into one solution or resource. She helped me navigate a few issues while also considering my family obligations and executive career. I would highly recommend her to executives looking to balance a complex work / family situation.

Reviewed March 2023

I just got really great vibes from Maria. She is very professional and knows a lot about narcissistic abuse which is exactly what I needed. I was surprised to find someone like her after experiencing a dearth of understanding for so many years of my life. Very professional and I feel very very comfortable with her.

Reviewed February 2023

I used to think I was too self aware for therapy or too far gone and too damaged. I started seeing this therapist and she has really changed my view of therapy. I'm getting the help I need I'm actually learning how to deal with my mental health in a healthy way.

Reviewed March 2023

I have had a few sessions with Maria now and I am already feeling like she was such a good match for me. She’s friendly but not fake and this is a huge deal for me. She is real with me and gets me to see things I’ve never seen before. She really hears me and helps me focus on root causes and important things. In just a few sessions I feel like I’ve made more progress than with any of my previous therapists. I love that she is professional but also down to earth and I don’t feel like just a number to her she makes me feel listened to and genuinely helps. I’m very happy so far!

Reviewed February 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Does Maria Daly offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Maria Daly works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Maria Daly speak?

Maria Daly speaks English.

How many years of experience does Maria Daly have?

Maria Daly has 12 years of experience.

Where is Maria Daly licensed to practice?

Maria Daly is licensed to practice in Illinois.

Does Maria Daly accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Maria Daly accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Maria Daly offer?

Maria Daly offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Maria Daly?

Maria Daly can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Maria Daly?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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