Margaret Swanson, LICSW
Compassionate Vermont LICSW supporting life transitions
- Stress and anxiety support
- Trauma and grief care
- Life transitions guidance
About Margaret Swanson
Margaret Swanson is a licensed therapist practicing in Vermont who supports people through complex life transitions and emotional challenges. She brings a compassionate, holistic stance to her work and draws on decades of clinical experience to tailor therapeutic strategies to each person's needs. LICSW stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, reflecting advanced training and clinical authority in social work.
Margaret focuses on helping clients navigate depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and personal growth, while also addressing midlife transitions, workplace stress, family concerns, trauma recovery, and identity issues. Her practice emphasizes building self-awareness, strengthening communication skills, and enhancing resilience through personalized interventions that honor each individual's background and goals.
She approaches therapy as a collaborative process, guiding people to develop practical coping skills, explore difficult emotions, and pursue meaningful change at a sustainable pace. Margaret aims to provide a respectful, nonjudgmental space where clients can examine patterns, heal from past experiences, and create more fulfilling lives through steady, thoughtful work together.
Margaret focuses on helping clients navigate depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and personal growth, while also addressing midlife transitions, workplace stress, family concerns, trauma recovery, and identity issues. Her practice emphasizes building self-awareness, strengthening communication skills, and enhancing resilience through personalized interventions that honor each individual's background and goals.
She approaches therapy as a collaborative process, guiding people to develop practical coping skills, explore difficult emotions, and pursue meaningful change at a sustainable pace. Margaret aims to provide a respectful, nonjudgmental space where clients can examine patterns, heal from past experiences, and create more fulfilling lives through steady, thoughtful work together.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTTrauma and abuseParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace 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
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Margaret Swanson have?
Margaret Swanson has 25 years of experience.
Is Margaret Swanson a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LICSW credential, which stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. Her license details are VT LICSW 089.0001172 and NH LICSW 1385.
In which languages does Margaret Swanson provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Margaret Swanson located?
She 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.
Does Margaret Swanson work with international clients?
Margaret Swanson does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Margaret Swanson 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Margaret Swanson integrates evidence-informed approaches to help clients address a range of concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to clarify their values and take committed action while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings - it can be useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy examines early relationship patterns and current bonding dynamics to foster healthier connections and emotional regulation, which can be especially helpful for family issues, relationship struggles, and trauma-related concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and replacing them with more adaptive strategies, often supporting depression, anxiety, and coping with everyday challenges.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Margaret works collaboratively with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan over time based on progress and feedback.
Online therapy offers practical advantages for accessing that collaborative work. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow for flexible scheduling, consistent contact during busy periods, and continuity of care when in-person meetings are difficult. These options help make therapy more reachable and easier to integrate into day-to-day life while maintaining a focus on meaningful growth and well-being.