As a licensed therapist with extensive experience in Vermont, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex life transitions and emotional challenges. My practice focuses on helping clients navigate issues like depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and personal growth.
I bring a compassionate, holistic approach to therapy, drawing from decades of clinical experience to create a supportive and understanding environment. My work centers on empowering individuals to develop stronger self-awareness, improve communication, and build resilience through personalized therapeutic strategies.
I have deep expertise in addressing a wide range of concerns, including midlife transitions, workplace stress, family dynamics, trauma recovery, and personal identity challenges. My approach is tailored to meet each client's unique needs, emphasizing healing, self-discovery, and meaningful personal transformation.
I am committed to walking alongside my clients, offering guidance and support as they work to overcome obstacles, heal from past experiences, and create more fulfilling lives. My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their emotions, develop coping skills, and move toward greater well-being.
Additional areas of focus:LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Women's issues, Workplace issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Margaret Swanson. 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.
I have worked with Margaret for about 3 years. She is so patient, and she understands why things bother me in a way others cannot understand. She is so validating and always has ideas on how to help me cope when all other mechanisms have failed. She possesses the utmost emotional intelligence, and I am grateful for my time with her.
Written on Aug 27, 2025 after therapy with Margaret for 2 years and 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Margaret is perceptive, wise, and empathic. I am grateful for her kind guidance and insightful observations as I process transitions, grief, and anxiety. She gives me courage!
Written on Jan 03, 2025 after therapy with Margaret for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and coping with life changes
I have been working with Margaret for a couple of years now (maybe longer… my concept of time is a little unclear at the moment), and she has been a pillar in my journey of working through my many problems. She frequently understands my struggles better than I do, and she always offers me unbiased and nonjudgmental advice and support. I could probably go on for some time longer, but I will conclude with: I would not be where I am today without her, and I truly look forward to the insight she’ll provide me when I come forward with issues.
Written on Dec 12, 2024 after therapy with Margaret for 2 years and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and adhd
Margaret is always respectful of my concerns. She is genuine and supportive. She helps me through stressful situations with my family and work, and overall she has helped me manage my emotions in a positive way.
Written on Nov 09, 2024 after therapy with Margaret for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and career difficulties
Very easy to talk to
Written on Sep 09, 2024 after therapy with Margaret for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
Margaret responds to me in a timely manner and checks in with me which is greatly appreciated.
Written on May 28, 2024 after therapy with Margaret for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Margaret helped me challenge my OCD and I thank her infinitely for that. Super responsive and checks on you frequently.
Written on Mar 05, 2024 after therapy with Margaret for 5 months on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and bipolar disorder
I’ve had two sessions so far with Margaret, she’s wonderful. I feel very comfortable with her. She listens and gives me time to process my feelings which allows me to more deeply explore the issues that I’m experiencing.
Written on Feb 22, 2024 after therapy with Margaret for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, and coaching
Margaret is wonderful! She has always provided a safe space for me to share my feelings and get advice. Margaret is highly experienced and has offered me a variety of techniques/solutions which we were able to adjust to suit my unique needs. Margaret approaches each session with grounded kindness and expertise, and I look forward to continuing to work with her.
Written on Feb 21, 2024 after therapy with Margaret for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Ms. Swanson has been a fantastic therapist in my time of need. She has listened and reflects back what I have said. I have found zero judgement and completely comfortable being open and honest in all areas of my life with her.
Written on Feb 06, 2024 after therapy with Margaret for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Working with Margaret is a gift and feels like a family member I can trust. She helps keep me grounded and aware of how the world around me works. She is patient, kind and very understanding. I like how she knows which parts to pull out of discussions for productive work.
Written on Nov 22, 2023 after therapy with Margaret for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She's wonderful; highly recommend!
Written on Oct 17, 2023 after therapy with Margaret for 3 months on issues concerning intimacy-related issues
Margaret has eased my daily struggle in a way I wouldn't have thought possible in so short a time. She listens to me, gives advice, and teaches me tools on how to keep my mind and life positive. She is knowledgable and professional while remaining comfortingly compassionate. Can't recommend her enough!
Written on Sep 29, 2023 after therapy with Margaret for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, eating disorders, and self esteem
She is an amazing therapist and is very helpful and understanding.
Written on Sep 21, 2023 after therapy with Margaret for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
All I can say, that this has helped me significantly in the past couple weeks of doing this.
Written on Jul 27, 2023 after therapy with Margaret for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Margaret is a compassionate and engaged therapist who listens closely and understands the dynamics and problems I have brought to her. Her advice is sage and well reasoned and I have found her support invaluable over the months.
Written on Apr 08, 2023 after therapy with Margaret for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and anger management
Marget Swanson is a professional, kind, empathetic human who provided me with an extremely positive and wonderful experience in counseling.
Written on Mar 24, 2023 after therapy with Margaret for 6 months
I have never been to counseling before. I chose to have sessions with Margaret over the phone as I was ashamed for how a situation was going on in my life. I was so comfortable and never felt any judgment from her. All I have is positive feedback. I have only worked with Margaret but I love the Better Help app and the convenience of making appointments through the app. No hassle therapy.
Written on Mar 18, 2023 after therapy with Margaret for 4 months on issues concerning family conflicts
Margaret has been wonderful for me! She has provided me with so much knowledge and tools to better improve my mental health. The improvement over the last 6 months has been amazing from social connection, to work life balance to internal relationship. At the start, Margaret did a great job distilling very disjointed thought and helped me produce a goal of what to focus my energy on. Now Margaret does a great job being very flexible as I come from left field with a new conflict in my life or a revisit from a past one. I really whole heartily recommend Margaret and I'll keep working with her for the foreseeable future!!
Written on Feb 25, 2023 after therapy with Margaret for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
She’s fantastic
Written on Jan 29, 2023 after therapy with Margaret for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
Margaret has helped me in managing my emotions which given I have bpd, extreme anxiety, depression, An anxious avoidant personality with an anxious partner. We met at a low point in my life and relationships and she has made great strides with her techniques and homework’s
Written on Jan 09, 2023 after therapy with Margaret for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Margaret is wonderful and given me the tools to help myself .
Written on Dec 02, 2022 after therapy with Margaret for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and bipolar disorder
Margaret has worked with me for a few weeks now and I have to say she is very thoughtful and even reaches out after therapy is over. My primary doctor doesn't even do that even after my near death accident.
Written on Oct 06, 2022 after therapy with Margaret for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
She seems to really care and is willing to listen even when issues that aren't directly related to the topic is brought up. She tries to understand the situation thoroughly and challenges me with thought provoking questions
Written on Oct 03, 2022 after therapy with Margaret for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
Margaret lived up to my expectations of therapy, and then exceeded them beyond belief. I thought I knew exactly what I needed to work on within myself, but it seems as if she cuts a layer further and opens me up to a whole new world of possibility when it comes to self talk, communication, and confidence in myself. The number of skills I use daily is just part of the evidence that Margaret has an incredible ability to change your perspective on any type of issue that may arise. In any scenario I throw her way, I leave the session feeling more whole and in control of my life than I did before we started talking. I can’t imagine what I would do without her guidance.
Written on Aug 31, 2022 after therapy with Margaret for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
We have just started working together but she has already been a great help and I’m excited to continue working together as well as excited for therapy each week
Written on Aug 19, 2022 after therapy with Margaret for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Margaret has been incredibly helpful in my mental health journey. I leave every session with actionable steps and resources!
Written on Jun 08, 2022 after therapy with Margaret for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
Margaret has been very helpful in providing me with tools to navigate my anxiety and grief. She is great at asking questions to help me reflect on situations. I enjoy our weekly meetings and have been successful at applying the tools she has provided me with. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for ways to navigate their feelings and issues.
Written on May 23, 2022 after therapy with Margaret for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Margaret has helped me so much in my time of need
She helps me understand better what’s going on what I need to do what matters and what doesn’t matter and helps me put it all into perspective. I’m very happy with her
Written on May 07, 2022 after therapy with Margaret for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
I have been working with Margaret for a month now and throughout our time together we have had miscommunications on appointments and getting in touch with each other. She has been helpful up to a point I go long periods without speaking to her or checking up on things. When I go to schedule a session her calendar is always empty with no time slots then I will schedule an appointment with her and not here from her or she won’t confirm and scheduled time to meet. It’s very frustrating when you’re working on emotional issues and need consistency with getting through them. Again she has been helpful and she has offered me a lot techniques and worksheets to work on things and that is great but not helpful with no follow up.
Written on Mar 27, 2022 after therapy with Margaret for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
When i start to talk, it’s hard to get me to stop and i tend to bounce around with my topics. Margaret has been excellent when it’s come down to following along, piecing together all the points and “stories” I may be touching on and understanding WHY I may be jumping around. And that helps immensely for me. I feel like It’s ok to speak and not have to cut myself off so that my therapist doesn’t get overwhelmed. She’s welcoming to any journal entries I may provide and she told me she enjoys receiving any messages I may feel like sending. As someone with a lot of trauma during a very short span of time, I have a lot to say and i have a lot of questions. It’s reassuring to know she’s there and will respond when she’s available. That’s something I need in my life. That feeling that there IS someone there to listen.
Written on Mar 23, 2022 after therapy with Margaret for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
After my first session with Margaret I felt we were on the same page as to what our sessions would look like. I respect the fact that Margaret was able to identify behaviors I have struggled with all my life and help me set a plan of action to correct the destructive behaviors and work through the issues.
Written on Mar 22, 2022 after therapy with Margaret for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coaching
Margaret and I have only known each other for a brief period of time but right from the beginning she gave me space and place to feel valued, heard, seen and safe. That has not always been the case with my previous therapists. She offered me some wonderful resources to build off our session and I am looking forward to continuing to work together.
Written on Mar 10, 2022 after therapy with Margaret for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Margaret is fantastic. I was really looking for a therapist that could help me get back into my roots and find my true happiness and she has helped me towards that! Her hours are very flexible as well. Highly suggest!
Written on Feb 14, 2022 after therapy with Margaret for 2 weeks on issues concerning self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
She's awesome. I really needed someone to help me sift through stuff.
Written on Jan 30, 2022 after therapy with Margaret for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
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