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Peggy Harless

Practical, down-to-earth therapy for life’s challenges

LMFT Georgia

Experience
5 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Family
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Peggy

Peggy Harless is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in Georgia who brings five years of clinical experience across outpatient and inpatient settings. She has supported people facing anxiety, depression, substance use concerns, family and relationship conflicts, grief, trauma, and many stress-related challenges.

Background and approach

Peggy combines practical coping strategies with collaborative problem-solving to help clients navigate life transitions and build more effective communication patterns. Her style is direct and grounded rather than overly sentimental, aimed at forming sincere, productive connections with each person she meets.

She uses evidence-informed methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness techniques, motivational interviewing, and narrative approaches to tailor sessions to individual needs. Outside of clinical work she enjoys reading and playing video games, interests that inform a down-to-earth, relatable therapeutic presence.

Prospective clients are encouraged to reach out with questions and to explore whether her approach feels like a good fit.

CBT, ACT, and Mindfulness in Online Practice

Peggy frequently integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors that contribute to anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT focuses on practical, skills-based strategies that can produce measurable changes in daily functioning and mood.

She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which encourages clients to clarify personal values and take committed action while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings instead of avoiding them. Mindfulness Therapy is used alongside these approaches to build present-moment awareness, reduce reactivity, and support emotion regulation during stressful situations.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Peggy will work with each client to determine which methods best match their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, and she adapts techniques as progress unfolds. This shared decision making helps tailor treatment to what feels most useful for the individual.

Online therapy 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 receive consistent care while balancing work, family, or other commitments, and allow therapists to use CBT, ACT, and mindfulness techniques in ways that fit each client’s routine.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Peggy commonly address?
Peggy works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, family and relationship problems, trauma, grief, depression, intimacy-related concerns, ADHD, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is down-to-earth and direct, emphasizing practical coping skills, clear communication, and collaborative problem solving rather than a warm and fuzzy style.
What is her clinical background and experience?
She has five years of experience working in settings ranging from outpatient clinics to inpatient psychiatric facilities and has worked with many presenting problems including substance use and family issues.
What credentials and location details are provided?
She is an LMFT with license GA LMFT MFT002032 and practices in Georgia.
Does she offer services in other languages or accept international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available for online work?
Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on their preferences and scheduling.
How are costs and scheduling handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin therapy with her?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflicts

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Blended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Licensed

Georgia

Languages

English