- CBT strategies
- DBT skills
- Solution focus
About Marguerite
Dr. Marguerite Allen is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina with 25 years of experience. She sees adults who want practical help for stress, anxiety, anger, depression, and life changes. Her work is direct and focused on what the person needs to change day to day.
She uses an approach that centers the person's goals. That means listening first, then choosing methods that fit how the person wants to work. Techniques drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy are often part of sessions alongside client-centered conversations.
Dr. Allen also brings skills from motivational interviewing and solution-focused work. That combination is used to address things like addictions, impulsivity, and problems with control. She includes attention to trauma, grief, and relationship and parenting stresses when those issues are important to the person.
Her training includes a Bachelor of Arts in Behavioral Studies, a Master of Science in Psychology, a Master of Divinity in Ministry, and a Doctor of Ministry in Christian Counseling. She practices as an LCMHC in North Carolina and has worked across clinical settings over many years.
In sessions she helps people notice what keeps anger and resentment cycling, learn specific behavioral tools, and practice different responses. Conversations can cover coping skills, mood regulation, and managing work or family strain. People who prefer a practical, step-by-step focus tend to find this style useful.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what the person says. Online sessions can use that same approach to set goals and decide which techniques to try. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy teaches practical steps to change thoughts and behaviors, useful for anger, anxiety, and mood problems. DBT offers skills training in emotion regulation and distress tolerance that can be practiced between sessions.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. She will work with the person to identify goals and pick methods that match those goals and the person's preferences. That may mean trying a skill-based focus for several weeks or shifting toward talk-based sessions if that fits better.
The practical benefits of online work include easier scheduling and fitting sessions into a busy week. Online appointments can reduce travel time and make it simpler to check in during a lunch break or after work. Confirm the current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered and can choose what fits your routine.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
North Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, addictions, grief, relationship and parenting concerns, plus mood and adjustment issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a client-centered approach combined with practical methods from CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 25 years of experience working in mental health settings and with individuals on a wide range of concerns.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is an LCMHC licensed in North Carolina and practices there.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients at this time.
Which session formats are available?
Session formats are not listed here; please confirm the current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.