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Monica Cesar McGraw, LICSW

  • Experience6 years
  • LocationMassachusetts
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Trauma and abuse
  • Therapy approachesCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • LanguagesEnglish and Portuguese
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About Monica

Monica Cesar McGraw is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) practicing in Massachusetts with six years of professional experience. She blends practical, evidence-informed methods with a compassionate, client-centered stance to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and the effects of trauma and abuse.

Background and approach

Monica also addresses concerns such as self-esteem, motivation, relationship and family difficulties, anger, bipolar mood concerns, coping with life changes, and ADHD. Fluent in English and Portuguese, Monica adapts conversations and treatment plans to reflect each person's circumstances and preferences.

Her work draws on cognitive-behavioral strategies, dialectical behavior techniques, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, and narrative approaches to support coping, build skills, and clarify goals. She emphasizes respect and sensitivity throughout the therapeutic process and aims to empower clients to take the steps they choose toward greater well-being.

Monica frames starting therapy as a courageous decision and offers tailored support throughout the journey. She welcomes prospective clients to explore whether her style and approaches fit their needs and to begin arranging sessions according to availability.

Integrating evidence-based approaches with flexible online care

Monica frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression. She also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness for people struggling with intense emotions and relationship challenges. Mindfulness techniques are woven into sessions to help clients increase present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to consider goals, preferences, and what feels most useful in early sessions, then adjust methods over time so treatment fits the client's needs and pace.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which offer flexibility for scheduling and convenience for those balancing work, caregiving, or other commitments. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to practice skills between sessions while adapting to how clients prefer to connect with a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
Monica works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, depression, relationship and family issues, anger, bipolar, coping with life changes, and ADHD, plus many related areas such as OCD, panic, and postpartum depression.
What therapeutic approaches are used in sessions?
She uses several evidence-informed approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy to tailor work to each client's needs.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
Monica has six years of professional experience providing mental health services in Massachusetts and brings that background into her clinical practice.
What credentials and location information are provided?
She holds the LICSW credential with listing MA LICSW LICSW125938 and practices in Massachusetts.
Which languages are available for sessions and can international clients join?
Sessions are available in English and Portuguese. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats does this therapist offer?
Monica offers multiple online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different preferences.
How is pricing handled for sessions?
Cost varies depending on location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin therapy with this clinician?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressControl issuesDivorce and separationFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

6+ years

Licensed

Massachusetts

Languages

English, Portuguese