Margaret Swanson
Compassionate LICSW for life transitions and resilience
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About
Margaret Swanson, LICSW, is a licensed clinical social worker in Vermont with 25 years of experience supporting adults through life transitions and a wide range of emotional and relational concerns. Her work commonly focuses on depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and personal growth, while also offering support around workplace stress, family challenges, trauma recovery, and questions of identity.
She brings a compassionate, holistic perspective to therapy and aims to create a supportive, understanding environment where clients can slow down, reflect, and feel heard. Margaret helps clients strengthen self-awareness, improve communication patterns, and build resilience through individualized strategies that match each person’s needs and pace.
With extensive experience across complex situations, she works collaboratively to help clients explore emotions, develop practical coping skills, and make room for healing and self-discovery. Her goal is to walk alongside clients as they work through past experiences, navigate current pressures, and move toward a more meaningful and fulfilling life in a non-judgmental therapeutic space.
She brings a compassionate, holistic perspective to therapy and aims to create a supportive, understanding environment where clients can slow down, reflect, and feel heard. Margaret helps clients strengthen self-awareness, improve communication patterns, and build resilience through individualized strategies that match each person’s needs and pace.
With extensive experience across complex situations, she works collaboratively to help clients explore emotions, develop practical coping skills, and make room for healing and self-discovery. Her goal is to walk alongside clients as they work through past experiences, navigate current pressures, and move toward a more meaningful and fulfilling life in a non-judgmental therapeutic space.
- Location:
- Vermont, United States
- Years Experience:
- 25
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Family conflicts, Grief, Depression
Other areas of experience: LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Eating and food-related issues, Family of origin issues, Forgiveness, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Somatization, Workplace issues
Therapeutic approach:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: VT LICSW 089.0001172, NH LICSW 1385
- NPI Number: 1164997029
- License: LICSW (New Hampshire), LICSW (Vermont)
Therapeutic Tools That Translate Well to Online Care
Margaret Swanson, LICSW, draws from evidence-informed approaches that can be especially practical in online therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and experimenting with new ways of responding, which can be useful for stress, anxiety, depression, and day-to-day coping. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and healthier communication, helping clients build steadier responses during intense moments. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) supports people in making room for difficult thoughts and feelings while taking values-based steps forward, which can be helpful during major life transitions and periods of uncertainty.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Margaret works collaboratively with clients to clarify goals, understand what has and has not helped in the past, and choose strategies that fit their preferences and current challenges. The direction of therapy can evolve as needs change and insights grow.
Online therapy adds flexibility without losing the structure of consistent support. Clients can meet with Margaret by video calls or phone sessions, and also use live chat or text-based messaging for ongoing check-ins and reflections between sessions, making care easier to fit into busy schedules and changing routines.
How much experience does Margaret Swanson have?
Margaret Swanson has 25 years of experience providing therapy and support to clients navigating emotional challenges and life transitions.
Is Margaret Swanson a licensed therapist?
Yes. Margaret Swanson is licensed as an LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker). Her license numbers are VT LICSW 089.0001172 and NH LICSW 1385.
In which languages does Margaret Swanson provide therapy?
Margaret Swanson provides therapy in English.
Where is Margaret Swanson located?
Margaret Swanson is located in Vermont.
How can I work with Margaret Swanson as my therapist?
You can work with Margaret Swanson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and what is available.
Does Margaret Swanson work with international clients?
No. Margaret Swanson does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Margaret Swanson cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.