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Maya Handwerk

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About Maya Handwerk

I am a passionate, caring licensed social worker with more than 15 years of experience providing direct advocacy and clinical services in the education, legal and community based settings. My expertise is with family and children in crisis situations and with emotional disturbed children. I have worked closely with in conjunction with psychiatrists to treat anxiety disorders. I employ evidence based therapies of Cognitive Behavioral Technique , Supportive Therapy, Client Centered and Solution based approaches. I pride myself on maintaining cultural competence particular with respect to African Americans and people from the Caribbean Islands. I commend you on taking the first step on your journey towards greater emotional health .

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Languages Spoken

  • English

Maya Handwerk is serving from:

Years in practice

15 years

NPI number

  • 1598016487

License Details

NY LCSW 076957-1

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