Margaret Kei

Margaret Kei is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Virginia who helps people manage stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, and big life transitions. She meets individuals facing anger, grief, self-esteem or attention challenges and supports those navigating relationship and family tensions. Her tone is warm and supportive, and she encourages people to see asking for help as a strength.

With 11 years of clinical experience, Margaret uses straightforward, practical methods in sessions. She listens first to understand what matters most to each person. From there she and the client set small, achievable goals and try steps that can make daily life feel more manageable.

Her work draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on the client’s perspective and pace. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking and Solution-Focused techniques to build on what already works. For clients with trauma histories, she integrates Trauma-Focused Therapy strategies in a careful, step-by-step way.

Margaret has experience with adoption and foster care matters, attachment concerns, and issues that come up for young adults. She also addresses shame, guilt, impulsivity, and isolation in therapy. Sessions tend to be practical and grounded in everyday problems rather than abstract theory.

People who choose Margaret can expect a calm, nonjudgmental space to talk through challenges and practice new skills. She aims to help clients leave sessions with clear next steps they can try between meetings.

How Margaret’s Approaches Work Online

Client-Centered Therapy centers the conversation on what the client brings. The therapist listens, reflects, and follows the client’s lead to build trust and clarity. This approach helps people who need a steady, empathic space to talk through hard changes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. Sessions involve identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and practicing small behavior changes to reduce anxiety, depression, and panic symptoms.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Margaret will work with each person to match methods to their goals and comfort level. Together they set short-term goals and test practical steps, adjusting the plan as needed.

If you prefer online sessions, confirm the available formats before booking so you know what to expect. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, shorten travel time, and allow for meetings from more convenient locations. It can also let someone choose a quieter option when they need it or use lower-bandwidth alternatives when internet speed is limited.