- CBT focused
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution focused
About Margaret
Margaret Buchholz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW and a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - LICSW practicing in Minnesota with eight years of experience. She works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, relationship struggles, depression, and life changes. Sessions focus on clear goals and practical steps rather than long explanations.
She began her career at a residential treatment center after graduating from Southwest Minnesota State University in 2014. Margaret earned a Master of Social Work from the University of South Dakota in 2016 and has experience in hospital and outpatient clinic settings. That range gave her exposure to concerns such as ADHD, bipolar disorder, addiction, grief, parenting challenges, and LGBTQ issues.
Her main approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which is short term and goal oriented. She helps people notice negative thinking and behavior patterns and then practices different ways of responding. Margaret also uses Motivational Interviewing to support change and Solution-Focused Therapy to identify practical next steps.
She describes her style as person-centered and relaxed. The work emphasizes respect and a direct therapeutic relationship where priorities come from the client. Margaret will discuss which goals to focus on and may gently challenge patterns that keep problems repeating.
If someone is weighing the decision to get help, she frames the first contact as a practical step toward clearer coping and better day-to-day functioning. The process begins with a short questionnaire and scheduling a first session to set concrete goals together.
How her approaches translate to online work
Margaret uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. CBT is practical and goal oriented, and it often includes short exercises to try between sessions. Motivational Interviewing supports commitment to change by exploring a person’s own reasons for shifting habits and staying engaged with goals. Finding the right approach is part of the work. She will talk with clients about their needs, goals, and preferences and together decide which methods fit best. That collaborative selection helps shape session focus and homework between meetings. The therapist's biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. They can also let clients use video when a fuller conversation is needed, or simpler audio when bandwidth or camera use is a concern. Discussing practical scheduling needs at the first appointment helps align sessions with everyday routines.Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Minnesota, North Dakota, Nevada
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with related to anger?
She lists anger alongside stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes. Work can include understanding triggers and practicing new responses.
What is her therapeutic approach or style?
Her style is person-centered and relaxed. She mainly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and also draws on Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has been working in the mental health field since 2014, with eight years of post-degree experience. Her background includes residential, hospital, and outpatient clinic work.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She holds LCSW and LICSW credentials and practices in Minnesota. The listing shows both ND LCSW and MN LICSW as credential details.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How is payment handled and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.