Margaret Thomas- Lapsley, LMHC

Trauma-informed therapist for adults and relationships

Trauma-informed care
Relationship support
Skills-based therapy

About Margaret Thomas- Lapsley

Margaret Thomas- Lapsley, LMHC, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 16 years of clinical experience helping adults manage anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and major life transitions. She works with people who have experienced trauma - including childhood, military, and sexual trauma - and guides them through practical skills for emotional regulation, clearer boundaries, and trauma recovery.

Her style blends a trauma-informed, relational, and skills-based approach that prioritizes being seen and understood without judgment. Margaret focuses on rebuilding self-trust, clarifying values and goals, and developing healthier coping and relational patterns. Clients can expect a warm, present, and knowledgeable therapist who brings both professional training and genuine care to each session.

Therapy with Margaret is collaborative - she partners with each person’s unique life experience to co-create realistic strategies for change. Whether addressing stress, addictions, grief, family or intimacy concerns, or challenges like compassion fatigue and first responder or veteran-related issues, she helps clients move toward the lives they envision through practical tools and relational support.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Body imageCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Margaret Thomas- Lapsley have?

Margaret Thomas- Lapsley has 16 years of experience working with adults on issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges.

Is Margaret Thomas- Lapsley a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Her license details are FL LMHC MH11733.

In which languages does Margaret Thomas- Lapsley provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Margaret Thomas- Lapsley located?

Margaret is located in Florida.

How can I work with Margaret Thomas- Lapsley as my therapist?

You can work with Margaret Thomas- Lapsley through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Margaret Thomas- Lapsley work with international clients?

Margaret Thomas- Lapsley does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Margaret Thomas- Lapsley 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. 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.

Integrating relational and acceptance-based approaches in online therapy

Margaret uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify personal values and build practical skills for living a meaningful life despite difficult thoughts and feelings. ACT often helps with anxiety, depression, and motivation-related concerns by focusing on action aligned with values rather than symptom elimination. Attachment-Based Therapy is another core approach - it emphasizes understanding how early relationships shape current patterns and helps people develop more secure ways of relating, which can be especially useful for intimacy, family, and relationship challenges. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on identifying and shifting emotional responses within relationships to strengthen bonding and communication, making it well suited for couples and relational repair.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Margaret collaborates with each client to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time as progress and circumstances evolve. This collaborative stance helps tailor treatment to the person rather than forcing one model onto every situation.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - allowing work to continue around busy schedules, geographic limits, or mobility concerns. For many people, these options make it easier to maintain consistent care and apply skills learned in therapy to everyday life with support from licensed professionals and therapists.

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