Dr. Marguerite Allen

Compassionate, practical therapy for lasting change

LCMHC North Carolina

Experience: 25 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Marguerite

Dr. Marguerite Allen offers care for adults facing stress, anxiety, grief, mood disorders, addiction concerns, relationship strains, and life transitions.

Background and approach

She is a good fit for people willing to engage in active work toward change and who appreciate a collaborative, practical approach to therapy. Dr.

Allen draws on 25 years of clinical experience as an LCMHC licensed in North Carolina, combining evidence-informed techniques to meet each person’s needs. Her practice blends cognitive behavioral methods with client-centered and dialectical behavior strategies, along with motivational interviewing and solution-focused tools.

This flexible stance means she emphasizes skills, thought-behavior connections, and goal-oriented planning while honoring each client’s perspectives and pace. Dr.

Allen’s academic background includes degrees in behavioral studies, psychology, ministry, and a doctorate in counseling, and she applies that breadth to issues such as trauma and abuse, depression, bipolar concerns, parenting and family difficulties, anger, and multicultural questions.

Sessions are offered through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Prospective clients in North Carolina who communicate in English can begin by completing a short matching questionnaire and scheduling according to her availability.

Approaches That Guide Online Sessions

Dr. Allen commonly integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy in her online work. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, providing concrete skills to manage anxiety, depression, panic, and mood symptoms. Client-centered work emphasizes the client’s perspective and personal goals, fostering a respectful, nonjudgmental environment that supports insight and growth.

She also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques when emotional regulation, distress tolerance, or relational skills are priorities; DBT offers structured skills training to help manage intense emotions and reduce impulsive reactions. Together these approaches give both practical tools and collaborative support tailored to each person’s needs.

Finding the best fit is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and life circumstances to determine which methods to prioritize and may adjust the approach as work progresses. This partnership helps ensure sessions remain relevant and focused on the outcomes the client values.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care while fitting therapy into everyday life, allowing clients to access licensed professionals from locations within North Carolina in a format that suits them.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she commonly address?

She works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addictions, relationship and family problems, parenting concerns, anger, career challenges, and mood disorders such as bipolar conditions.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her approach is eclectic and pragmatic, emphasizing cognitive behavioral techniques alongside client-centered and dialectical behavior strategies to build skills, reframe unhelpful thoughts, and support emotional regulation.

What level of experience does this therapist have?

She brings 25 years of clinical experience to her practice, drawing on a long history of working with diverse clinical concerns and integrating practical, evidence-informed methods.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is an LCMHC licensed in North Carolina with the registration NC LCMHC S7551 and holds advanced degrees in psychology, ministry, and counseling.

Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?

She does not accept international clients; services are offered to clients located within the United States and conducted in English.

Which session formats are available for online work?

Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to choose the format that fits their needs and schedule.

How are sessions priced and billed?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that clients may cancel at any time.

What are the first steps to begin therapy?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Depression

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

CodependencyControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shame Impulsivity Isolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

25+ years

Licensed

North Carolina

Languages

English