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Margaret Mortensen, FL Psychologist PY4165

Experienced psychologist offering compassionate, practical support
  • CBT and person centered
  • Supports individuals and couples
  • Teens adults and seniors

About Margaret Mortensen

Margaret Mortensen is a Florida psychologist (FL Psychologist PY4165) with 33 years of experience providing psychotherapy with warmth, empathy, and a grounded, compassionate style. She works with concerns such as mood disorders, anxiety and depression, trauma, grief, and eating disorders, and she also enjoys supporting couples and families as they navigate relationship and family challenges.

Her work draws on cognitive-behavioral therapy, which focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and building practical coping strategies, along with person-centered therapy, which emphasizes acceptance, understanding, and respect for each client’s pace and goals. Margaret brings genuine care to the therapeutic relationship and makes room for humor when it helps clients feel more at ease.

She welcomes teens, adults, and seniors, as well as couples and families. Those considering therapy with Margaret are encouraged to schedule a session to see whether her approach feels like the right fit.

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.

Is Margaret Mortensen a licensed therapist?

Yes. Margaret Mortensen is licensed as a Florida Psychologist (FL Psychologist PY4165).

In which languages does Margaret Mortensen provide therapy?

Margaret Mortensen 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 feels most comfortable and what is available.

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 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.

Online Therapy Grounded in Practical Tools and Compassion

Margaret Mortensen integrates evidence-informed approaches that help clients build insight and take meaningful steps forward. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing patterns in thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, then practicing new skills that can support mood, anxiety, and everyday stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds structured tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and communication, which can be especially helpful when feelings become intense or relationships feel strained. Client-Centered Therapy complements these methods by emphasizing acceptance, empathy, and a steady therapeutic relationship where clients can explore concerns at their own pace.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Margaret collaborates with each client to clarify goals, identify what is most pressing, and choose strategies that match preferences and needs. The focus can shift over time as clients learn what helps them most and what they want to work on next.

Online therapy also makes support easier to fit into real life. Sessions can take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, travel, or limited local options while still maintaining a consistent space for therapy.

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