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Margaret Mortensen, FL Psychologist PY4165

Compassionate psychologist for mood, trauma, and relationships
  • CBT and person centered
  • Teens adults and seniors
  • Couples and families

About Margaret Mortensen

Margaret Mortensen is a Florida-licensed psychologist (FL Psychologist PY4165) with 33 years of experience providing psychotherapy in English to teens, adults, and seniors, as well as couples and families. She offers a warm, compassionate style that emphasizes empathy, acceptance, and a down-to-earth sense of humor, helping people feel supported as they navigate life’s challenges.

Her work commonly focuses on mood concerns such as anxiety and depression, as well as experiences related to trauma, grief, and eating disorders. She also enjoys helping partners and families strengthen communication, address conflict, and move toward healthier patterns of connection. Margaret integrates cognitive-behavioral strategies with a person-centered approach, pairing practical tools for changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors with a steady focus on each client’s unique values, experiences, and goals.

Clients are invited to schedule a session to explore fit and begin building a plan that supports meaningful progress in day-to-day life.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesEating disordersDepression

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Margaret Mortensen have?

Margaret Mortensen has 33 years of experience providing psychotherapy and supporting clients through a range of concerns.

Is Margaret Mortensen a licensed therapist?

Yes. Margaret Mortensen is a licensed psychologist in Florida with the credential FL Psychologist PY4165.

In which languages does Margaret Mortensen provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Margaret Mortensen located?

Margaret Mortensen is located in Florida.

How can I work with Margaret Mortensen as my therapist?

You can work with Margaret Mortensen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what works best for your needs and schedule.

Does Margaret Mortensen work with international clients?

Yes. Margaret Mortensen works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Margaret Mortensen cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending 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 with therapy 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.

Therapy Tools That Meet You Where You Are

Margaret Mortensen draws from approaches that balance understanding with practical skills. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can clarify what they feel, what they need, and what matters most, which can be especially helpful during stress, life transitions, grief, or relationship strain.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers structured strategies for noticing unhelpful thought patterns and shifting behaviors that keep people stuck, often supporting concerns like anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and more effective communication, which can be useful when feelings feel intense or relationships become difficult to navigate.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Margaret collaborates with clients to understand their goals and preferences, then adjusts the pace and tools to fit what is most useful in real life.

Online therapy can make it easier to stay consistent with care. Sessions can take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, travel, or when meeting from home feels more manageable.

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