Are you feeling overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, or grief? You're not alone—and you don’t have to navigate these challenges by yourself. I specialize in helping adults work through life’s difficulties with compassion, clarity, and practical support. A central focus of my work is helping you cultivate self-esteem and self-compassion. I believe healing begins with how we speak to ourselves, and I'm passionate about helping you reconnect with your best self.
My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and Strengths-Based approaches to help you better understand your story, develop healthier patterns of thinking, and build on the inner strengths you already have.
Whether you're ready to make a change or just beginning to explore therapy, I’m here to support you with empathy, insight, and encouragement.
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 licensed in NC with LCMHC. I am also a National Certified Counselor (NCC). My professional life has included working in community Mental Health clinics 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 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
SC LPC 10415
NY LMHC 009232
NC LCMHC 21329
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Margaret Paine. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Very professional and helpful
Written on Dec 14, 2025 after therapy with Margaret for 2 months on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Margaret has been consistently supportive in helping me navigate and understand some of the challenges that I am facing. She is a very nurturing person who expresses compassion and respect for me as a patient. I am grateful to have met her and already feel the positive effects of our therapy sessions together.
Written on Jul 05, 2025 after therapy with Margaret for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
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