- Strengths based
- Faith informed
- Values driven
About William
William Margraf is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York who helps people facing depression, low self-esteem, relationship struggles, and codependency. He also supports those dealing with life transitions and LGBT concerns. He writes plainly and listens closely to help people find practical next steps.
His style is collaborative and strengths-based. Sessions focus on what already works in a person's life and on small, doable changes. He uses imagination and guided reflection to help people notice patterns and try new behaviors.
Margraf brings decades of community work and clinical practice to his sessions. He combines what he has learned from social work with personal grounding in Franciscan spirituality. That perspective highlights meaning, belonging, and the process of becoming oneself.
He has a Master of Social Work from The Catholic University of America and a Master of Divinity from Yale University. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts from Villanova University. His biography notes public speaking and writing on topics such as spirituality, anti-racism, and LGBTQ+ issues.
People who choose to work with him can expect a conversational approach. He steers clear of jargon and emphasizes practical steps you can try between sessions. The goal is greater clarity, more agency, and steady progress toward personal goals.
How therapeutic approaches and online care fit together
William Margraf works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on strengths, meaning, and practical change. One common approach he uses emphasizes identifying existing strengths and small behavioral experiments to shift patterns of avoidance or dependency; this helps with codependency, low self-esteem, and relationship difficulties. Another strand of his work draws on reflective, values-oriented methods that explore what gives life meaning and how to act on those values when facing life transitions or depression.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences, try methods that suit the person's needs, and adjust the plan based on what helps most. That means clients and therapist decide together which techniques to keep or change as therapy unfolds.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session formats before booking since the profile does not list specific formats. Online work can help fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time so sessions happen more consistently. It can also make it easier to try focused exercises together in real time and to carry over small steps into daily life between meetings.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He supports people struggling with depression, self-esteem, relationship issues, codependency, and coping with life changes, along with related concerns like isolation, family of origin issues, and fatherhood issues.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His approach is collaborative and strengths-based, using imagination and reflection to identify patterns and try practical changes that fit daily life.
What is his background and experience?
He has ten years of documented clinical experience and decades of broader community work, plus public speaking and writing on spirituality, anti-racism, and LGBTQ+ topics.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) licensed in New York and practices from New York.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he accept international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do you begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist's availability.
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