Margaret Gibson Ellison, LPC
Collaborative counselor for adult growth
- Client-centered care
- Addiction specialties
- LGBT-affirming support
About Margaret Gibson Ellison
Margaret Gibson Ellison is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 23 years of clinical experience helping adults address anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma, relationship challenges, and the pressures that come from society. Her LPC credential indicates she is licensed to practice counseling and has developed specialty training in chemical and sexual addiction as well as certification as a Rainbow Advocate Educator, which supports work with LGBT-identifying clients.
She has provided care across inpatient and outpatient settings, in private practice, and through virtual services, and she has maintained a private practice in Conyers, Georgia for the past 14 years. Her work emphasizes collaboration, a client-centered stance, and motivational strategies that support clients in setting and reaching meaningful goals. She credits strong therapeutic relationships and careful listening with many positive outcomes.
Margaret approaches each person as a whole and avoids a one-size-fits-all method, tailoring treatment to individual needs and life circumstances. She enjoys working with adults 18 and over and supports growth related to intimacy, family dynamics, addictions, grief, career concerns, mood disorders, trauma, and other life transitions. She welcomes questions and provides additional details about her approach and experience upon request.
She has provided care across inpatient and outpatient settings, in private practice, and through virtual services, and she has maintained a private practice in Conyers, Georgia for the past 14 years. Her work emphasizes collaboration, a client-centered stance, and motivational strategies that support clients in setting and reaching meaningful goals. She credits strong therapeutic relationships and careful listening with many positive outcomes.
Margaret approaches each person as a whole and avoids a one-size-fits-all method, tailoring treatment to individual needs and life circumstances. She enjoys working with adults 18 and over and supports growth related to intimacy, family dynamics, addictions, grief, career concerns, mood disorders, trauma, and other life transitions. She welcomes questions and provides additional details about her approach and experience upon request.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Margaret Gibson Ellison have?
Margaret Gibson Ellison has 23 years of experience.
Is Margaret Gibson Ellison a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LPC credential. License details - GA LPC LPC003490.
In which languages does Margaret Gibson Ellison provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Margaret Gibson Ellison located?
She is located in Georgia.
How can I work with Margaret Gibson Ellison as my therapist?
You can work with Margaret Gibson Ellison through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Margaret Gibson Ellison work with international clients?
Margaret Gibson Ellison does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Margaret Gibson Ellison 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.
Integrating Therapeutic Approaches for Effective Online Care
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the therapist follows the client's lead and supports personal growth; it is useful for people navigating relationship concerns, identity questions, grief, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps clients identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical strategies and skill-building, often supporting work on anxiety, depression, and sleep or eating issues. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented method that strengthens a person's own motivation to change and can be especially helpful for substance use, ambivalence about behavior change, and building commitment to recovery.
Margaret works with clients to determine which approaches fit their needs and goals, adapting methods as therapy progresses. Finding the right therapeutic style is a shared process - she partners with each person to select and refine strategies that align with preferences and life circumstances.
Online therapy offers flexibility by allowing sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit appointments into busy schedules, manage caregiving or work demands, and access licensed professionals from different locations. These options support consistent engagement and make it possible to continue therapeutic work through life changes.
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