I work with adult individuals who are struggling with anxiety/depression, experiencing relationship challenges, and navigating major life transitions. I also specialize in the fields of trauma (childhood, military, sexual). I work collaboratively with clients to learn emotional regulation and boundary setting as well as how to heal from trauma.
I believe healing happens in a place where you feel seen, understood, and supported without judgement. My approach is trauma-informed, relational, and skills based. I believe in helping clients rebuild self-trust, gain clarity, and develop healthier ways of coping and relating.
A client can expect a present, warm, caring, and educated therapist in our sessions. By coming to the table with your unique life experiences and struggles and with my professional experience and training, we can create a life that you envision.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Body image, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family problems, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Jealousy, Life purpose, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
FL LMHC MH11733
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I’ve only had two sessions but I absolutely loved talking to her. She’s kind, warm a good listener and really seems to understand wha I’m trying to say. I felt so much better after our session and she gave me little tricks and exercises to help with my anxiety.
Written on Mar 23, 2026 after therapy with Margaret for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd
This was the best thing I set up for myself thank you for everyone hard work
Written on Mar 16, 2026 after therapy with Margaret for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and bipolar disorder
She is a great help to me and has already made significant changes in my daily life to better myself.
Written on Mar 02, 2025 after therapy with Margaret for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and anger management
Margaret was extremely flexible in finding times to talk. She listened and gave great advice, she didn’t pressure me to open up. She’s very supportive and a great listener!
Written on Feb 22, 2025 after therapy with Margaret for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Though I haven’t had but two sessions with Margret, I can say with confidence she has helped. In such a short time my lows aren’t as low as before we started, she’s kind to me even when I can’t see how anyone could be, she isn’t judgmental, and most importantly she’s experienced. I highly recommend her!
Written on Oct 23, 2024 after therapy with Margaret for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions
Margaret has helped me in so many ways. She’s always here for me when I need her.
Written on Apr 29, 2024 after therapy with Margaret for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, and anger management