Hi, I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the mental health field for the last 40 years. The first part of my career was in in Virginia working as an emergency mental health therapist in a community mental health clinic. I moved to North Carolina 30 years ago. For 16 years I worked as a mental health therapist in an inpatient psychiatric hospital. Then I went to work for the military as a mental health therapist working with the Marines and Navy servicemembers for the last 14 years.
I also had a part time private practice for 23 years where I primarily worked with couples who were working on their relationship. I did not have much opportunity in my full time job to work with couples which is my passion. I was able to meet with couples in the evening to help them resolve their conflicts and develop positive coping skills as a couple.
I am semi-retired and living in Florida now. I love being close to family and the beach.
I love working with people to help them achieve their goals. My style is to help you develop the goals you want to change and give you the tools to achieve that goal. It is my privilege and honor to help those who are seeking help for themselves. I see my self as an integrative therapist who utilizes many tools to help my clients.
I check my messages several times a day seven days a week and will get back to you within 24 hours or less.
Professional experience
40 yrs in practice
Stress and anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Depression
Additional areas of focus:Coping with addictions, Coping with grief and loss, Intimacy related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Motivation, self esteem, and confidence, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Peggy Fair. 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.
Peggy is such a warm listener, so attentive and really sympathetic. She’s a great resource and has made my life less stressful since I’m able to express my stress and concerns in a safe space with thoughtful feedback.
Written on Jun 15, 2026 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Makes me confortable enough to tell her everything
Written on Jun 03, 2026 after therapy with Peggy for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Peggy is understanding , caring and she is very good at helping me through my obstickles in life i dont lnow where i would be if i didnt have her help.
Written on Apr 29, 2026 after therapy with Peggy for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Peggy is amazing. I can spend the whole sessions just ranting about the most random things and she just sits there and listens. She’s also great at helping people make goals and giving support reaching them.
Written on Apr 27, 2026 after therapy with Peggy for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and self esteem
Peggy is absolutely amazing. I feel so comfortable talking to her about anything, I never feel judged or looked down on. She is a great listener.
Written on Apr 21, 2026 after therapy with Peggy for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and anger management
Love Peggy! She is great to talk to and listens well
Written on Jan 21, 2026 after therapy with Peggy for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
Highly recommend Peggy!
Written on Jan 19, 2026 after therapy with Peggy for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Ms.Peggy and I have had two sessions I'm extremely happy with her she listens tentatively, she has a very compassionate demeanor she's easy to talk to and I am so glad she is my therapist. Looking forward to more therapy sessions as I do my very best to reach my goals
Written on Jan 10, 2026 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Peggy is a fantastic listener, empathetic, and also showcases high levels of experience and wisdom with her ability to help.
Written on Sep 19, 2025 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
Peggy has been instrumental in everything I am working through. She is respectful, kind, professional, and challenges me in a way that is constructive and healthy for the obstacles I am working through. I’ve been speaking to her for over 2 years and I will continue working with her. I highly recommend her expertise.
Thank you for listening and thank you for all your help!
Written on Jul 07, 2025 after therapy with Peggy for 2 years on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Absolutely amazing.
Written on Jun 06, 2025 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
She is the right fit for me
Written on May 28, 2025 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
She’s great. Very comforting and encouraging!
Written on May 27, 2025 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She is awesome! I only spoke one time to her as I found free therapy but I highly recommend her
Written on Apr 29, 2025 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, coping with life changes, and adhd
She listens to understand. Her responses are both emphatic and provide a platform for continued open conversations.
Written on Nov 18, 2024 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Listens well and easy to talk to.
Written on Oct 09, 2024 after therapy with Peggy for 4 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Peggy has been very supportive and kind in her responses to me, I know she is trying to help me navigate my situation.
Written on Jun 25, 2024 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and parenting issues
I haven’t seen Peggy for long, but in our short time she has been very attentive and has given helpful advice for me to consider in my treatment. I would recommend Peggy to anyone.
Written on Jun 02, 2024 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and anger management
Peggy makes me feel comfortable and understood.
It’s easy for me to talk through an entire therapy session without having any direction or input, but not with Peggy.
She listens and offers helpful feedback. She helps me with worksheets and finding a focus or a direction or each therapy session.
Since working with Peggy my therapy goals have become clearer and more manageable.
Written on May 22, 2024 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Peggy was great and always listened and made me feel comfortable in every step :) Thank you Peggy.
Written on Mar 08, 2024 after therapy with Peggy for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
I’m really pleased with my experience with Peggy- I feel heard and like I’m in a safe place to speak freely! I look forward to continuing my sessions with her! Thank you Peggy! Highly recommended better help and speaking with Peggy!
Written on Feb 23, 2024 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
I have only recently begun working with Peggy, and she has been a lifesaver. I feel like she cares, and that's not always easy to find.
Written on Feb 05, 2024 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and anger management
Honestly, Peggy has been a breath of fresh air. I haven’t felt comfortable talking to a therapist in 30+ years. She definitely has helped me these past few months and I am grateful that she was assigned to me.
Written on Jan 02, 2024 after therapy with Peggy for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
I saw good reviews of Peggy Fair and I was not disappointed. So far with my experience from her she has been very cooperative, very professional, empathetic, and very understanding. She's also very patient which I think is a good quality in a therapist.
Written on Dec 30, 2023 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
She is awesome. Helped me in a lot of ways. I was so comfortable talking to her. I love it
Written on Dec 13, 2023 after therapy with Peggy for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, and self esteem
Peggy Fair is knowledgeable and responds quickly. She listens. Her responses are wise and helpful.
Written on Dec 06, 2023 after therapy with Peggy for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, grief, and compassion fatigue
Peggy is wonderful. She is direct, listens to hear, and knows what just to say to help in various situations. Her worksheets and dialogue have been incredibly helpful.
Written on Oct 26, 2023 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Peggy is very supportive . She's a good listener, compassionate and a timely communicator. I've appreciated your help.
Written on Sep 16, 2023 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and anger management
Peggy is very knowledgeable. She is great at asking open ended questions to collect information and listens actively while you are speaking.
Written on May 08, 2023 after therapy with Peggy for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Peggy is very helpful. I experience a lot of stress and anxiety revolving around my relationship with my partner, my family as well as my own personal issues. I feel like she genuinely listens and offers great insight. I can count on her to tell me the truth and I never feel like she’s relying on telling me what I want to hear.
Written on Mar 02, 2023 after therapy with Peggy for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
I would high recommend Peggy to anyone! She is a great listener and gives valuable feedbacks. I think her approach of defining my goals for therapy perfectly suited me and she was able to help me achieve them within a month.
Written on Feb 03, 2023 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and sleeping disorders
I feel very comfortable and respected
Written on Feb 02, 2023 after therapy with Peggy for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and anger management
Peggy is a skilled, kind, attuned therapist. I have been seeing her weekly for several months now, and our sessions very much enhance my life.
Written on Jan 25, 2023 after therapy with Peggy for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, and coping with life changes
I am in the beginning stages of getting to know Peggy, however; she seems genuine and she seems to want to give advice to help in growth and self improvement. She is very prompt for our sessions. She is easy to communicate with and she asks questions that would indicate she cares about people a lot. I have only spoken to her over the phone once, and had one video session, along with messaging back and forth, and I am very apprehensive by nature, but she feels genuine and trustworthy. I highly recommend her for anyone. I am so grateful to have her as a therapist to take the next step in my healing journey.
Written on Dec 14, 2022 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I’ve really enjoyed working with Peggy. She is empathetic, understanding and so kind. I’m thankful for the time she’s spent listening to me and offering encouragement! Highly recommend working with Peggy.
Written on Oct 26, 2022 after therapy with Peggy for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts
I am enjoying my sessions with Peggy. She has given me ideas of things to do to handle stress and she seems to be a great listener so far. She is supportive and understanding of my feelings as well as validates them which I feel is important. In my past, I was made to feel inferior, stupid, crazy. So for someone to acknowledge me, is important.
Written on Sep 14, 2022 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Peggy is very understanding and I love how she offers solutions. She also lets you know when is the best time for you to schedule.
Written on Aug 31, 2022 after therapy with Peggy for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, and bipolar disorder
Good listener
Written on Aug 21, 2022 after therapy with Peggy for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger management, and intimacy-related issues
Peggy is thoughtful, kind, and helpful. She gives you the space to work through things yourself but is also open to share some ideas and help you reflect. I feel extremely comfortable with her, even compared to other therapists I’ve had for years in person.
Written on May 16, 2022 after therapy with Peggy for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, coping with life changes, and adhd
Thank you for everything
Written on Apr 23, 2022 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Peggy Fair is the most nonjudgmental empathetic listener I’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting. She makes me feel understood, seen, cared for, and respected. I would recommend her to anyone needing a nurturing and supportive force in their life.
Written on Mar 15, 2022 after therapy with Peggy for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
I met with Peggy 1x. She was wonderful
Written on Mar 08, 2022 after therapy with Peggy for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Peggy is a wonderful therapist who has thoughtful insight and supports you ever step of the way. She listens when I need to talk, gives feedback, and has a big heart. I’m relieved to have Peggy to talk to about things that I am going through and know that I have someone who hears me.
Written on Jan 25, 2022 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Peggy has been so kind & attentive during our sessions. I've had some questionable experiences with another therapist in the past, i.e., exploiting things we had discussed in private to my parents, falling asleep during sessions, playing games on his phone, taking phone calls during our sessions. Unfortunately, my first therapist turned me off from therapy quite a bit. I ofc had these same concerns when coming to Better help, but Peggy changed all of that for me. She was attentive with my issues, she genuinely listened to the things I had to say & I always felt validated. It was a complete 180 experience for me & I can't thank her enough!
Written on Jan 23, 2022 after therapy with Peggy for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
She is a good Listener and responds quickly when I write her. She always helps with my questions or what to do in a situation. I’m getting to know her, but I felt comfortable even on the second meeting.
Written on Jan 23, 2022 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with life changes, anger management, and intimacy-related issues
Peggy is very understanding, listens to what I have to say , and always has good advice fir me to follow
Written on Dec 23, 2021 after therapy with Peggy for 5 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
Peggy is very sweet and a wonderful listener. From our very first session, I have felt comfortable and able to confide in her. She gives kind words and great advice and feedback.
Written on Dec 14, 2021 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Peggy is kind, a great listener, and I feel comfortable talking to her. She has a lot of experience which I feel like gives her a lot of perspective. She poses a lot of good questions and thoughts that make me think about things in ways I haven’t before.
Written on Oct 16, 2021 after therapy with Peggy for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Peggy has been incredibly easy to talk to and really seems to listen and understand.
Written on Oct 08, 2021 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and anger management
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