I am very grateful for her help. She gives great feedback and has many different tools that help me.
Margaret Elkins, LPCC
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.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Margaret. View 2 reviews
- Great news, Margaret is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Kentucky
Recent reviews
Thoughtful and helpful. Asks insightful questions and listens carefully in order to teach the client the best tools to help them
More about Margaret
- 9 years' experience
- Female
- LPCC
I am a licensed therapist in Kentucky with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling. I have experience working with individuals with a wide range of issues and have past experience with individuals in inpatient and outpatient settings. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where we can work together to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences.
I primarily use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy to help clients process trauma, anxiety, and distressing life experiences. I also incorporate other approaches, including cognitive-behavioral and person-centered techniques, to best support your individual needs.
My goal is to help you feel understood, build resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change.
I offer online sessions with availability in the evenings Monday through Thursday, as well as limited daytime appointments on Fridays.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Depression
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Eating disorders
Anger management
Career difficulties
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Communication problems
Control issues
Divorce and separation
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Post-traumatic stress
Self-love
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Insurance Accepted
- Cigna
- GEHA
- Optum
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Motivational Interviewing
Licenses
Margaret Elkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902540545.
- LPCC · Kentucky · 268468 · Renews December 2026
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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Margaret Elkins
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I am very grateful for her help. She gives great feedback and has many different tools that help me.
Thoughtful and helpful. Asks insightful questions and listens carefully in order to teach the client the best tools to help them
Frequently asked questions
Does Margaret Elkins offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Margaret Elkins 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 Elkins speak?
Margaret Elkins speaks English.
How many years of experience does Margaret Elkins have?
Margaret Elkins has 9 years of experience.
Where is Margaret Elkins licensed to practice?
Margaret Elkins is licensed to practice in Kentucky.
Does Margaret Elkins accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Margaret Elkins accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Margaret Elkins accept insurance?
Yes, Margaret Elkins accepts Cigna, GEHA, Optum, UMR, and UnitedHealthcare.
Does Margaret Elkins accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Margaret Elkins 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 Elkins offer?
Margaret Elkins offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Motivational Interviewing.
How can I communicate with Margaret Elkins?
Margaret Elkins 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 Elkins?
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