Mary Agnes "Maggie" Thompson , LPC-MHSP

Mary Agnes "Maggie" Thompson is a licensed counselor practicing in Tennessee with six years of professional experience. She holds the LPC-MHSP credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health Service Provider, and brings a compassionate, respectful approach to her work.

Thompson has helped people navigate stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and a range of concerns related to LGBTQ+ identity. She tailors conversations and treatment plans to each person’s specific needs, combining sensitivity with practical strategies to support change. Her practice also addresses depression, sleep difficulties, self-esteem and intimacy-related issues, career adjustments, compassion fatigue, and coping with major life transitions.

In addition to those specialties, Thompson works with clients around adoption and foster care, first responder issues, gender dysphoria, multicultural concerns, panic attacks, and relationship structures such as polyamory. She recognizes that reaching out for support takes courage and aims to provide steadiness and collaboration as people pursue a more fulfilling and balanced life.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Mary Agnes "Maggie" Thompson integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy into her practice. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify personal values and develop psychological flexibility - it is useful for anxiety, stress, and adjusting to life changes by teaching practical skills to stay present and act in line with what matters. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on identifying and reshaping emotional responses in relationships - it is helpful for intimacy-related concerns, attachment issues, and improving communication between partners.

Thompson approaches treatment collaboratively, working with each person to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and needs. She tailors techniques and the pace of work so the therapeutic approach feels aligned with the client’s situation and values.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to maintain consistent care during busy periods, manage ongoing concerns like anxiety or sleep issues, and access support from home or while traveling, all while working with licensed professionals and therapists who guide the process.