Margaret Johnson

Margaret Johnson is a licensed professional counselor with 20 years of experience. She listens to what matters to you and focuses on your goals. She helps people manage anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship strains, and struggles with self-esteem or identity. She also supports those dealing with trauma, narcissism-related concerns, and life changes.

Her style is direct and practical. She helps clients build emotional awareness and develop day-to-day strategies that fit their life. Sessions use techniques from Existential Therapy and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, along with mindfulness and motivational interviewing. These tools are used to reduce distress and clarify values so clients can make clearer choices.

Margaret earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Central Washington University and a Master of Arts in Existential Phenomenological Therapeutic Psychology from Seattle University. She practices as an LPC in Pennsylvania and draws on two decades of work supporting people through tough transitions.

In the first sessions she helps people set priorities and pick practical steps. She pays attention to both feelings and actions, and checks in about what changes are working. Her aim is to help clients recognize options, manage symptoms, and move toward clearer goals.

When concerns include addiction, trauma, relationship problems, or questions about identity and purpose, she combines talking, skills practice, and targeted therapeutic techniques. Prospective clients are encouraged to confirm current session options before booking.

Approaches that translate to online work

Existential Therapy helps people look at meaning, values, and life choices. It asks what matters most and supports clearer decisions when life feels confusing or stuck. EMDR, or eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, is a method used to reduce the intensity of traumatic memories and distress linked to past events.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Margaret collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and comfort level. She will check in about progress and adjust techniques as needed to match what helps most.

Confirm session formats before booking, as formats are not specified here. Many people find online work useful for fitting sessions into busy schedules, reducing travel time, and staying consistent during life transitions. Online sessions can make it easier to keep therapy in routine days, handle brief check-ins, or continue care when circumstances change. Licensed professionals tailor their approach to what a client needs and can suggest practical session rhythms and homework that fit everyday life.