Margaret Banks, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Margaret is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Margaret is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Tennessee
More about Margaret
- 9 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I offer warm, collaborative, and strengths-based therapy for adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I use evidence-based approaches including CBT, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy. My focus is on short-term, goal-oriented therapy tailored to each individual. I emphasize building self-awareness, resilience, and meaningful change through a strong therapeutic alliance.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution-Focused
- Strengths-Based
Licenses
Margaret Banks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356889943.
- LCSW · Tennessee · 8155-C · Renews December 2027
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Margaret Banks offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Margaret Banks 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 Banks speak?
Margaret Banks speaks English.
How many years of experience does Margaret Banks have?
Margaret Banks has 9 years of experience.
Where is Margaret Banks licensed to practice?
Margaret Banks is licensed to practice in Tennessee.
Does Margaret Banks accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Margaret Banks 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 [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Margaret Banks offer?
Margaret Banks offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Attachment-Based Therapy.
How can I communicate with Margaret Banks?
Margaret Banks 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 Banks?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: 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.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.