Margaret Payne is a Licensed Professional Counselor with an MA in Counseling from Regent University, where she graduated in 2005. With over 17 years of experience, she offers individual and family counseling to adolescents and adults from diverse backgrounds. Margaret has a notable interest and expertise in supporting clients dealing with depression, anxiety, and various life transitions. Her therapeutic approach is eclectic and includes modalities such as Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), cognitive-behavioral techniques, trauma-focused approaches, and strengths-based perspectives. Having worked in settings ranging from public schools as a professional school counselor to serving as an intensive in-home therapist, Margaret is dedicated to providing a safe and compassionate environment where clients can freely explore and overcome challenges. She believes in the importance of respect and dignity in therapy, offering a realistic perspective that empowers individuals to identify obstacles and work towards personal growth.