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Dara Damico, LCSW

Compassionate, trauma-informed support for lasting change

  • Trauma-informed client-centered care
  • Depression addiction support
  • Resilience and coping skills

About Dara Damico

Dara Damico is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York with 26 years of experience supporting people through complex emotional challenges, with a strong focus on depression, addiction, and trauma. Her work is grounded in compassionate, evidence-based care that recognizes each person’s lived experience and the strengths they already carry.

She offers a supportive and affirming space where clients can explore what feels heavy or confusing, make sense of patterns that no longer serve them, and develop practical ways to build resilience. Dara’s style is trauma-informed and client-centered, emphasizing collaboration and respect for the pace and goals each client brings to therapy.

With genuine empathy and steady professional guidance, Dara helps clients identify inner resources and create sustainable strategies for emotional well-being, personal growth, and deeper self-understanding as they move toward healing.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Intimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressControl issuesDrug and alcohol addictionGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dara Damico have?

Dara Damico has 26 years of experience providing therapy and support.

Is Dara Damico a licensed therapist?

Yes. Dara Damico is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) in New York, license number NY LCSW 101727.

In which languages does Dara Damico provide therapy?

Dara Damico provides therapy in English.

Where is Dara Damico located?

Dara Damico is located in New York.

How can I work with Dara Damico as my therapist?

You can work with Dara Damico through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what you prefer and what is available.

Does Dara Damico work with international clients?

No. Dara Damico does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dara Damico cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors like your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

To get started, click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Evidence-Based Approaches, Made Accessible Online

Dara Damico integrates established therapy methods to help clients better understand what they are feeling, why certain patterns repeat, and how to respond in ways that support long-term well-being. In Client-Centered Therapy, sessions focus on the client’s goals, values, and lived experience, with an emphasis on empathy and a supportive relationship that helps people feel understood as they work through depression, trauma, or life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors influence each other. It can be especially helpful for anxiety, stress, and low mood by identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and practicing more workable alternatives. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds practical skills for coping with intense emotions, improving relationships, and building steadier routines when life feels overwhelming.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Dara works collaboratively with clients to choose strategies that match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting over time as new insights and challenges arise.

Online therapy can make it easier to get consistent support. Clients can meet with Dara through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing flexibility in scheduling and communication style while staying connected between sessions.

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