I graduated with a MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and I am licensed in NY State as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). I am licensed in SC as Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I am also a National Certified Counselor (NCC). My professional life has included working in a community Mental Health clinic with people of all ages and backgrounds. In this role I have encountered a variety of life stages and situations, such as depression, anxiety, stress and trauma related issues, career exploration, caregiver fatigue, developmental disabilities, anger management, self-esteem issues, and substance use issues.
I use concepts from Cognitive Behavior therapy, in which we will look at the interplay between thoughts, feelings and actions and how unhelpful thoughts can pull us down emotionally and drive our behaviors in unhealthy ways. In knowing these things, we can adjust unhelpful thoughts and develop actions plans that will help you move forward on your goals. I also use a person-centered /positive psychological approach. I am here to listen with compassion and empathy and I strive to provide a warm, open space - free of judgement.
I am available through messages which I will check daily, along with live chat, video sessions or phone sessions. My calendar is available for you to schedule appointments with me. My schedule may not accurately reflect all available sessions, so please message me if you need something other than what's available.
I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing
NY LMHC 009232
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Margaret is very kind and a good listener. It is easy for me to tell her personal things about me with her kind and open-hearted style. She has shared several tools with me for improving my communication with others, and practical tips for recognizing and honoring my own values that I can apply to my daily life. She has been very helpful to me.
Written on Nov 01, 2020 after therapy with Margaret for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Margaret has been very sympathetic to me during a very difficult time. She has gotten to know me and my issues and always listens and offers practical advice and information. I feel like she's really been in my corner and given my supportive feedback and advice. She has great listening skills, very empathetic personality and is knowledgeable.
Written on Oct 01, 2020 after therapy with Margaret for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Margaret is a great therapist and I always leave our sessions with greater clarity and self-compassion than I came in with.
Written on Sep 18, 2020 after therapy with Margaret for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Margaret is supportive and helpful. She has been a great source of information for me to bounce ideas off of. I like the video chat format, but the email messages are also good. She responds at night mostly, but I don't mind that because I stay up fairly late.
Written on Jul 25, 2020 after therapy with Margaret for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and anger management
Very helpful and doesn’t judge anyone always there for someone who has depression.
Written on May 10, 2020 after therapy with Margaret for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, and coping with life changes
Margaret is absolutely wonderful. I feel like she has the knowledge to know when to push me and when to let me figure out things on my own. She always offers so many ways to communicate and different resources for me. She’s great!
Written on Apr 26, 2020 after therapy with Margaret for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, and self esteem