Margaret Frantz

Life can be challenging, and sometimes we all need a little extra support. If you’re looking for a welcoming space where you or your child can feel comfortable being yourself, I’m here to help. I have 18 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families, and I strive to create an environment where you can feel heard, understood, and accepted without fear of judgment. My approach is down-to-earth, compassionate, and collaborative. I believe you should be able to show up as you are, feel comfortable being honest, and know that you’ll be met with understanding rather than judgment. Everyone has their own experiences and challenges, and you don’t have to navigate them alone. You don’t need to have everything figured out before reaching out.

My approach to therapy is warm, down-to-earth, and nonjudgmental. With 18 years of clinical experience, I recognize that every individual has unique experiences, strengths, and needs. I prioritize building a trusting therapeutic relationship, meeting clients where they are, and creating a space where they feel comfortable without fear of judgment.

I take an individualized and collaborative approach to treatment, drawing from a variety of therapeutic modalities based on each client’s needs and goals. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I help clients explore the connections between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, identify unhelpful thinking patterns, and develop healthier ways of responding to challenges. Through behavioral and behavior management strategies, we work on identifying behavioral patterns, setting achievable goals, developing coping skills, and reinforcing positive changes. Problem-solving therapy provides opportunities to break challenges into manageable steps and develop practical solutions.

When working with youth, I incorporate developmentally appropriate interventions, including play-based and creative activities, to help clients express emotions, communicate experiences, and build confidence. I also draw from emotion-focused and narrative approaches to help clients better understand and express their emotions, explore their personal experiences, and improve self-understanding. When appropriate, trauma-focused CBT provides a structured approach to helping children and adolescents understand and process traumatic experiences while developing skills to manage trauma-related thoughts, feelings, and responses.

My goal is to help clients feel heard, understood, and supported while empowering them to recognize their strengths, navigate challenges, and make meaningful progress at their own pace.

Starting therapy can feel intimidating, and it’s completely normal to feel unsure about what to expect. My goal is to help you feel comfortable, welcomed, and at ease from the very beginning. Our first session is an opportunity for us to get to know one another, talk about what’s bringing you to therapy, and begin identifying your needs and goals. There’s no pressure to have all the answers or know exactly where to start. I’ll meet you where you are, listen without judgment, and help guide the conversation as needed. For children and adolescents, I also recognize the importance of building trust at a pace that feels comfortable for them while partnering with parents and caregivers when appropriate. Together, we’ll begin exploring what support might be most helpful and develop a plan that works for you and your individual circumstances. Most importantly, I want you to leave feeling heard, supported, and comfortable taking the next step in your journey.