Dr. Margaret Vald
New York LCSW specializing in grief, anxiety, and aging
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About
Dr. Margaret Vald is a New York LCSW who brings two decades of clinical experience to her practice. She focuses on stress, anxiety, grief, anger, and depression, and maintains additional attention to aging and geriatric issues, chronic pain and illness, immigration concerns, and questions of life purpose. Her background includes more than ten years working in healthcare and geriatric settings while she completes a Doctorate in Social Work.
Vald uses a blend of practical therapeutic tools and a client-centered stance to help people sort through difficult transitions and persistent emotional concerns. She meets people where they are, listening for what matters most and helping shape concrete steps that reflect individual priorities. Sessions are available in English and Russian to support expression in the language that feels most comfortable.
She is currently accepting new clients and offers an online scheduling pathway where prospective clients can also review insurance information. Dr. Vald aims to create a collaborative environment in which individuals and families can examine stressful circumstances, clarify goals, and build manageable strategies for moving forward.
Vald uses a blend of practical therapeutic tools and a client-centered stance to help people sort through difficult transitions and persistent emotional concerns. She meets people where they are, listening for what matters most and helping shape concrete steps that reflect individual priorities. Sessions are available in English and Russian to support expression in the language that feels most comfortable.
She is currently accepting new clients and offers an online scheduling pathway where prospective clients can also review insurance information. Dr. Vald aims to create a collaborative environment in which individuals and families can examine stressful circumstances, clarify goals, and build manageable strategies for moving forward.
- Location:
- New York, United States
- Years Experience:
- 20
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English, Russian
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Anger management, Depression
Other areas of experience: Immigration issues, Life purpose
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: NY LCSW 079441
- NPI Number: 1487760971
- License: LCSW (New York)
Remote sessions and collaborative care
Dr. Vald offers remote sessions that blend a structured skills focus with a client-first orientation. She draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to identify and work with patterns of thought and behavior, while centering each session on the priorities and goals the person brings. This combination aims to pair practical strategies with attention to what matters most to the individual.
In conversation, she emphasizes collaborative planning. That means working together to select skills to practice, exploring how problems show up day to day, and adjusting approaches according to feedback. Sessions can include discussion of coping steps, problem solving, and reflections tailored to the person’s pace and needs.
Remote appointments are available by video calls, by phone sessions, live chat, or by text-based messaging. These options allow people to choose the format that best fits their schedule and communication preferences, and Dr. Vald supports clients in deciding which modality feels most comfortable for their work together.
What is Dr. Vald's clinical experience?
She has 20 years of professional experience and more than a decade working in healthcare and geriatric settings while completing doctoral studies in social work.
What are her credentials and license details?
Dr. Margaret Vald holds an LCSW and is licensed in New York as NY LCSW 079441.
Which languages does she offer therapy in?
Therapy is available in English and Russian.
Where is she based?
Her practice is located in New York.
How can clients work with her remotely?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as communication options.
Does she accept international clients?
The profile indicates she does not accept international clients.
What does it cost to work with Dr. Vald?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Begin by using the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire as the first step.