Margot Williams , LISW

Margot Williams is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) with 25 years of clinical experience supporting adults and families through difficult life transitions and mental health challenges. She has worked extensively with people who have experienced trauma, family separation related to foster care and adoption, depression, and anxiety, bringing long-term expertise to complex situations.

Margot emphasizes compassion and collaboration when beginning work with a new client, knowing that the first steps toward therapy can feel difficult. She partners with clients to set goals tailored to their circumstances and uses strengths-based, solution-focused interventions to help them move toward those goals. Her approach centers on identifying practical steps while honoring each person’s resilience and resources.

Cultural awareness is an important part of her practice. Margot attends to clients' cultural contexts by asking open questions, avoiding assumptions, and actively listening to ensure care aligns with each person’s values and beliefs. She maintains a client-centered stance and aims to form positive, productive working relationships. Margot notes she has availability on Thursdays.

Therapeutic approaches and accessible online care

Margot frequently integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment-Based Therapy alongside client-centered principles. ACT focuses on helping people clarify their values and take committed action even when unpleasant thoughts or feelings arise - it can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress related to life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns formed in early relationships and how those patterns affect current bonds and emotional responses - it can help with relational difficulties, separation issues, and trauma-related concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental partnership in which the therapist listens deeply and supports the client's own capacity for growth - it is helpful for building self-esteem, coping with grief, and navigating transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Margot works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and personal preferences, adjusting the plan over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions may take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - allowing clients to access licensed professionals from different settings and schedules. These options can make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit therapy into a busy life, and receive support in the communication style that feels most comfortable.