Margarita Capistrano, LCSW (She/Her/Hers)

Mara Capistrano is a clinical social worker and practices in Pennsylvania. She was born in Quezon City, Philippines and grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area. Mara grew up in a multi-generational, immigrant household. She received her bachelor's from Rosemont College, and then attended Bryn Mawr College for her Masters in Social Services.

She has been a licensed mental health provider for over ten years, practicing mostly in Philadelphia. Her experience includes HIV counseling and testing, substance use treatment, psychiatric rehabilitation, and college counseling. In the university setting, Mara provides individual and group therapy, using a strengths-based, multi-cultural and trauma-informed approach.

Outside of work hours, Mara appreciates time with her family and extended family, gardening, and traveling. She loves watching sci-fi, fantasy, and basketball.