Margaret Prescott, Psychotherapist in Seattle, 98107

Margaret Prescott, MA LMFT

Profession(s):
Psychotherapy, Marriage & Family Therapy, Counseling
License Status:
I'm a licensed professional.
Primary License:
LMFT - LF60078873

My Approach to Helping

My approach to counseling and therapy draws on a number of different techniques and I recognize that everyone has a unique story to tell. Unfortunately, social attitudes towards things like gender, sexual orientation, substance abuse, or family situations can make someone afraid to speak out. I will support and nurture you regardless of ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or background. I strive to provide a safe and welcoming environment, free of judgment.

I believe in helping people in a thorough and holistic manner. If you are experiencing feelings of depression or anxiety, I won't simply give you a solution for how to feel less depressed or anxious. I will do more than simply offer you ways to relieve your immediate bad feelings, I will help you understand the source of those feelings and develop a sense of self-mastery. Equipped with a core understanding of self, we will create and work towards your life goals. I believe in a "bottom, up" approach because I feel that it is essential to creating stable, long-lasting change.

Transparency and directness are two important things that I practice. I will let you know what I think or observe, and will communicate with you in a supportive way. I believe that the best therapy happens when there is collaboration and communication.

Compassion comes with knowledge and self-understanding. It is my belief that when we are not living a life that is true to who we are, we aren't able to make our lives fulfilling or enjoyable. Our culture presents us with many pressures and conflicting messages that we struggle to manage. I help people identify and build on their unique values and strengths. I believe that when you live authentically, you are more resistant to feelings of unhappiness, anxiety, and relationship struggles because you will have learned to respect and support your unique self.

To learn more about the specific techniques I use, please visit my website.

More Info About My Practice

Making an Appointment

A successful outcome in therapy relies heavily on a positive relationship with your therapist. You will make the most progress with a therapist in an environment of mutual respect, trust, and enjoyment. To get a better understanding of how well we might work together?to see if we click?I offer a complimentary 20 minute ?meet and greet? session. If we decide that it isn?t a good fit, I am happy to give you referrals for someone better suited to your needs.

Insurance & Payment

I am passionate about what I do, and I firmly believe that everyone who wants to change their lives should be able to do so. For this reason, I offer a limited number of reduced rate slots for individuals experiencing financial hardship. I also offer referrals to other professionals and agencies that offer sliding scale fees or that do pro bono work.

I am in the First Choice Health Network. I am considered an "out-of-network" provider for al other insurance companies. I am happy to provide you with a detailed receipt that you can submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement. I accept cash, check credit card and Paypal.

Scheduling

I generally meet with clients Monday through Thursday, and I have daytime and evening hours available. Most sessions last 50 minutes. However, 90 minute sessions are sometimes recommended when multiple people attend the session or during intake.