Margaret is very kind and a good listener. It is easy for me to tell her personal things about me with her kind and open-hearted style. She has shared several tools with me for improving my communication with others, and practical tips for recognizing and honoring my own values that I can apply to my daily life. She has been very helpful to me.
Margaret Paine, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Margaret is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.9 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Margaret. View 10 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New York, North Carolina, and 1 more
Recent reviews
Margaret has been very sympathetic to me during a very difficult time. She has gotten to know me and my issues and always listens and offers practical advice and information. I feel like she's really been in my corner and given my supportive feedback and advice. She has great listening skills, very empathetic personality and is knowledgeable.
More about Margaret
- 9 years' experience
- Female
- LMHC, LCMHC, LPC
Are you feeling overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, or grief? You're not alone—and you don’t have to navigate these challenges by yourself. I specialize in helping adults work through life’s difficulties with compassion, clarity, and practical support. A central focus of my work is helping you cultivate self-esteem and self-compassion. I believe healing begins with how we speak to ourselves, and I'm passionate about helping you reconnect with your best self.
My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and Strengths-Based approaches to help you better understand your story, develop healthier patterns of thinking, and build on the inner strengths you already have.
Whether you're ready to make a change or just beginning to explore therapy, I’m here to support you with empathy, insight, and encouragement.
I graduated with a MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and I am licensed in NY State as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). I am licensed in SC as Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I am also licensed in NC with LCMHC. I am also a National Certified Counselor (NCC). My professional life has included working in community Mental Health clinics with people of all ages and backgrounds. In this role I have encountered a variety of life stages and situations, such as depression, anxiety, stress and trauma related issues, career exploration, caregiver fatigue, developmental disabilities, anger management, self-esteem issues, and substance use issues.
I am available through messages which I will check daily, along with live chat, video sessions or phone sessions. My calendar is available for you to schedule appointments with me. My schedule may not accurately reflect all available sessions, so please message me if you need something other than what's available.
I look forward to working with you!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Anger management
Self esteem
Depression
Compassion fatigue
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Eating disorders
Parenting issues
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
ADHD
Caregiver issues and stress
Communication problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Motivational Interviewing
Licenses
Margaret Paine's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053703538.
- LMHC · New York · 009232 · Expires November 2026
- LCMHC · North Carolina · 21329 · Expires June 2026
- LPC · South Carolina · 10415 · Expires August 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.
Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.
Reviews for Margaret Paine
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Margaret is very kind and a good listener. It is easy for me to tell her personal things about me with her kind and open-hearted style. She has shared several tools with me for improving my communication with others, and practical tips for recognizing and honoring my own values that I can apply to my daily life. She has been very helpful to me.
Margaret has been very sympathetic to me during a very difficult time. She has gotten to know me and my issues and always listens and offers practical advice and information. I feel like she's really been in my corner and given my supportive feedback and advice. She has great listening skills, very empathetic personality and is knowledgeable.
Margaret is a great therapist and I always leave our sessions with greater clarity and self-compassion than I came in with.
Margaret is supportive and helpful. She has been a great source of information for me to bounce ideas off of. I like the video chat format, but the email messages are also good. She responds at night mostly, but I don't mind that because I stay up fairly late.
Very helpful and doesn’t judge anyone always there for someone who has depression.
Margaret is absolutely wonderful. I feel like she has the knowledge to know when to push me and when to let me figure out things on my own. She always offers so many ways to communicate and different resources for me. She’s great!
I really like talking to Margaret. I wasn’t really considering counseling before but my friend told me about how much her therapist helps and I’m happy I decided to talk to someone. I actually didn’t even realize how deeply some things bothered me until I started talking to Margaret. She never rushes me and always answers the same or next day. She’s very supportive and when I feel like someone doesn’t understand or when I don’t want to burden my friends with negativity, she understands and listens when I need it the most.
We’re still starting out and I’m getting to know her style. But so far she seems great. Very supportive, empathetic and warm.
Margaret is awesome! She’s kind and understanding and really listens. She lets me vent (which I normally do via messenger). She reaches out to me even when I don’t reach out to her to just check in. Initially I had another counselor for a couple days and she just didn’t care. She was absent and couldn’t schedule a talk with me until two weeks later. Margaret is wonderful and I’m so thankful for her, simply being there for me to vent when need be.
Margaret Paine has been really helpful with helping me deal with difficult situations in my life. She is understanding and caring. I like that she also responds in a timely manner to anything that can be bothering me or any questions I may have. She's great.
Frequently asked questions
Does Margaret Paine offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Margaret Paine works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Margaret Paine speak?
Margaret Paine speaks English.
How many years of experience does Margaret Paine have?
Margaret Paine has 9 years of experience.
Where is Margaret Paine licensed to practice?
Margaret Paine is licensed to practice in New York, North Carolina, and South Carolina.
Does Margaret Paine accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Margaret Paine does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Margaret Paine offer?
Margaret Paine offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Motivational Interviewing.
How can I communicate with Margaret Paine?
Margaret Paine can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Margaret Paine?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.