- Client-centered care
- CBT tools
- Strengths based
About Margarita
Dr. Margarita Lopez helps people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain, sleep problems, low self-esteem, and work or life transitions. She frames the work around what matters most to each person and focuses on practical ways to feel better day to day.
She uses Client-Centered Therapy to listen first and follow the client's priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is also part of her approach when people want tools for changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Sessions are geared toward clear, achievable goals rather than abstract theory.
Dr. Lopez holds psychology licenses in Illinois and South Dakota. She brings around ten years of professional experience working with stress, substance use concerns, trauma, and motivation and confidence challenges. Her background includes helping people navigate workplace issues, multicultural and immigration-related concerns, and problems that come with aging.
In sessions she emphasizes the person’s strengths and practical steps forward. She aims to make conversations straightforward, focused, and respectful of each person’s pace. Progress often comes from small changes people can keep using between meetings.
People who choose her often want a direct, empathetic therapist who listens and then helps build tools for coping. She encourages anyone ready to take a first step to use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
How her approaches translate to online care
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the person's lead. In online sessions this means the therapist starts by understanding what the client wants to change and then shapes the work around those goals. It helps when someone needs a calm space to talk through feelings and life choices.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, gives simple, practical tools to address anxious thoughts, sleep problems, or unhelpful habits. Online CBT sessions can include short exercises, homework, and step-by-step behavioral tasks that people can try between meetings to track progress.
Finding the right approach is usually a team effort. The therapist will talk with each person about their needs, goals, and preferences, and then suggest whether a client-centered style, CBT techniques, or a blend makes the most sense. That decision is revisited as work progresses to keep the plan aligned with what helps most.
Session formats are not specified in the therapist's biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow focused check-ins that match someone's schedule. Some people choose shorter, more frequent meetings for skills practice while others prefer longer sessions for deeper conversations.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Illinois, South Dakota
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, sleep problems, low self-esteem, career strain, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is listening first and following the client's needs. She focuses on practical steps and uses goal-oriented conversations to help people make changes.
What is her background and experience?
She brings about ten years of professional experience working with stress, trauma, addictions, motivation, and confidence issues.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is listed as IL Psychologist 071010714 and SD Psychologist 629 and practices in Illinois.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin working together?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.