Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- ADHD
How Chiara works
- Not listed
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- Virginia
- Years in practice
- 7
- Languages
- English, Italian
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Chiara
Chiara Ascari is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps people manage stress, anger, anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns. She offers practical support for sleep problems, grief, parenting strain, ADHD-related challenges, bipolar mood concerns, and life transitions. Chiara speaks English and Italian and practices from Virginia.
With seven years of clinical experience, she meets people where they are and begins by listening to what matters most. Sessions focus on clear goals and everyday skills that can be tried between meetings.
Background and approach
She prefers straightforward conversation that points to small, achievable changes. Her approach uses client-centered work to follow each person’s priorities. Cognitive-behavioral techniques help with thinking patterns and behaviors that keep problems going.
Solution-focused strategies are used to find practical steps toward immediate goals. Chiara values empathy and a nonjudgmental stance. She aims to be someone who helps clients reflect, set short-term targets, and practice new responses.
This makes her approach well suited to people who want concrete tools for anger, stress, or relationship friction. She offers multiple online formats so counseling can fit different schedules and needs. People start by completing a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
Chiara is based in Virginia and provides care in English and Italian.
What Chiara works with
Everything Chiara lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Chiara's practice.
Practical approaches and online options
Chiara uses client-centered work to follow each person's priorities and focus sessions on what matters most to them. This approach means the therapist listens first, then shapes sessions around the client's goals and pace.She also uses cognitive-behavioral techniques that break problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions. These techniques teach specific skills for managing anger, anxiety, sleep problems, and low mood by changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Solution-focused strategies are another tool she uses; they help identify small, immediate steps that move someone toward a chosen goal.
Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Chiara will work collaboratively to find methods that match a person's needs, goals, and preferences. Together they will try techniques and adjust the plan based on what helps most.
Online therapy offers practical benefits for busy lives. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when schedules permit. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or a camera feels like too much. Live chat and text-based messaging make it possible to check in between appointments and handle brief concerns or updates. These options make care more flexible and easier to fit into everyday routines.
Questions people ask about Chiara
What concerns does Chiara work with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship difficulties, sleep problems, grief, parenting strain, ADHD, bipolar mood challenges, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm and client-centered, emphasizing listening and collaboration. Sessions focus on clear, achievable goals and practical skills to use between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
She has seven years of clinical experience working in a range of settings, primarily with individuals and sometimes with family groups.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Virginia and practices from that state.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Italian. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats does she offer?
She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.