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Margaret Elkins, LPCC

Licensed counselor for trauma and recovery
  • Provides EMDR therapy
  • Offers trauma informed care
  • 7 years licensed experience

About Margaret Elkins

Margaret Elkins has worked in the mental health field for 15 years and has been a licensed therapist for 7 years. She brings extensive experience supporting people facing severe mental illness, depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, body image concerns, and grief and loss.

Her approach is informed by specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, which she uses with clients when appropriate. She also holds a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Eastern Kentucky University, reflecting focused graduate-level training in therapeutic practice.

Elkins holds the LPCC credential - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - which indicates formal licensure to provide clinical counseling services. Her background combines long-term experience in mental health settings with targeted clinical training to support clients through a range of challenges.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Motivational Interviewing

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Margaret Elkins have?

Margaret Elkins has 7 years of experience as a licensed therapist.

Is Margaret Elkins a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPCC credential (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor). License details: KY LPCC 268468.

In which languages does Margaret Elkins provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Margaret Elkins located?

She is located in Kentucky.

How can I work with Margaret Elkins as my therapist?

Clients can work with Margaret Elkins via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Margaret Elkins work with international clients?

Margaret Elkins does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Margaret Elkins 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.

Could Remote Therapy Work For You?

Many people consider whether remote therapy can address their concerns. For a wide range of common issues - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and major life transitions - online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person sessions for many clients, offering practical support and therapeutic strategies tailored to individual needs.

One of the clearest advantages is flexibility. Clients can connect with therapists through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging, selecting the format that best fits their schedule and comfort level. Each therapist is a licensed professional, and clients can choose to switch practitioners if they would like a different therapeutic fit.

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