About Maria Lever
Focus areas
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Caregiver Burnout
Clientele seen
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Seniors (65+)
Families
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Emotionally Focused
Compassion Focused
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Culturally Sensitive
Motivational Interviewing
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Maria Lever
I’m so glad you’re here. Caring for a loved one, living with serious illness, or coping with profound loss can feel overwhelming and sometimes, deeply isolating. You don’t have to face it alone. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 13 years of experience in healthcare, specializing in palliative care, grief, and caregiving support. I provide guidance and support to individuals and families as they journey through the emotional complexities of chronic and advanced illness, anticipatory grief, end-of-life, major losses, caregiver support and significant life transitions.
What should a new client know about working with you?
My approach is grounded in compassion, dignity, and respect. I believe in creating a supportive space where your story is heard, your values are honored, and your unique needs guide our work together. Whether you're grappling with uncertainty, caregiving stress, or the pain of loss, my role is to walk alongside you with empathy and clinical expertise.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
My comprehensive background includes postgraduate training in bereavement, end-of-life counseling, & palliative care, deepened by a Social Work Leadership Fellowship in Palliative & End-of-Life Care at NYU. We'll use our first session to understand your needs and how I can support you.
Scheduling and billing are done through Headway for all non Medicare patients. All new patients will receive a welcome email within 24 hours of booking.
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare Oxford
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $200 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $200 for 60 minutes
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Hunter College, Certificate in Clinical Social Work
NPI number
1033486360
How soon can I make an appointment with Maria Lever?
Generally, Maria Lever has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Maria Lever's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Maria Lever accepting new patients?
Maria Lever generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Maria Lever's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Maria Lever accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Maria Lever online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Maria Lever using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Maria Lever work with?
Maria Lever works with Guiding Hearts Helping Hands LCSW, PLLC.
What languages does Maria Lever speak?
Maria Lever speaks English.