Margaret Mortensen
Florida psychologist offering CBT, DBT, and client-centered care
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About
Margaret Mortensen, FL Psychologist PY4165, brings 33 years of clinical practice in Florida to a broad range of concerns including mood disorders, trauma and grief, anxiety and depression, and eating disorders. She works with individuals as well as couples and families, addressing relationship and intimacy issues, parenting challenges, and career or life transitions. Her practice also includes care for those navigating bipolar presentations and coping with significant life changes.
Her clinical approach draws on cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior strategies, solution-focused methods, trauma-focused interventions, and client-centered therapy. Margaret emphasizes empathy, acceptance, and compassion in her work and incorporates a sense of humor when appropriate. She welcomes teens, adults, seniors, couples, and families and adapts her methods to the presenting concerns.
Margaret also attends to many related areas such as aging and geriatric issues, blended family dynamics, body image and eating-related challenges, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, and gender dysphoria. Prospective clients are invited to schedule a session to determine whether her approach and areas of focus match their needs.
Her clinical approach draws on cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior strategies, solution-focused methods, trauma-focused interventions, and client-centered therapy. Margaret emphasizes empathy, acceptance, and compassion in her work and incorporates a sense of humor when appropriate. She welcomes teens, adults, seniors, couples, and families and adapts her methods to the presenting concerns.
Margaret also attends to many related areas such as aging and geriatric issues, blended family dynamics, body image and eating-related challenges, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, and gender dysphoria. Prospective clients are invited to schedule a session to determine whether her approach and areas of focus match their needs.
- Location:
- Florida, United States
- Years Experience:
- 33
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Relationship issues, Depression
Other areas of experience: Family conflicts, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Blended family issues, Body image, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Eating and food-related issues, Family of origin issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Personality disorders, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Somatization, Traumatic brain injury, Visually impaired, Workplace issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: FL Psychologist PY4165
- NPI Number: 1538179692
- License: Psychologist (Florida)
Online sessions and therapeutic approach
Margaret provides remote appointments using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options allow her to work with people who are physically in Florida as well as those located internationally. Sessions follow a professional structure that aligns with her stated clinical approaches while adapting to the communication format chosen by the individual.Her work uses cognitive behavioral therapy to identify thought and behavior patterns and to build practical coping skills. Dialectical behavior therapy contributes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness strategies for people struggling with intense emotions or relationship challenges. Client-centered principles maintain an emphasis on empathy, acceptance, and collaboration, helping clients shape goals and select techniques that fit their values.
Margaret typically frames online collaboration around concrete goals and skills while remaining responsive to trauma-related and solution-focused needs. Individuals who prefer a blend of skills training and empathic listening may find this mix a good fit. Communication options include real-time video or phone encounters and text-based exchanges for ongoing support.
How long has Margaret Mortensen been practicing?
She has 33 years of clinical experience as a practicing psychologist.
What are her professional credentials and license?
Her listed credential is FL Psychologist PY4165 and the profile includes the license number FL Psychologist PY4165.
What language does she conduct therapy in?
Sessions are conducted in English according to the profile.
Where is she based?
Margaret is located in Florida.
Which ways can clients work with her remotely?
The profile states she offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as communication options.
Can she see clients who live outside the United States?
Yes. The profile indicates she is accepting international clients.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do people get started if they are interested?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire as described in the profile.