About Margarete Hanson
Focus areas
Anxiety
Behavioral Problems
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Childhood Trauma
Behavior Modification
Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Families
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Applied Behavioral Analysis
Culturally Sensitive
Attachment-based
Dialectical (DBT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Margarete Hanson
Margarete is a licensed psychotherapist, a compassionate and collaborative clinician who works with children, adolescents, adults, and couples navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. She believes everyone deserves to feel safe, supported, and truly heard in therapy — whether you arrive with clear goals or are unsure where to begin. Her approach to therapy starts where the client is - focusing on what feels most important and meaningful to you.
With extensive experience working with families, she finds great purpose in empowering families who manage high-needs learning differences, ensuring they have a dedicated advocate and partner in their educational journey.
Margarete’s approach is practical, strengths-based, and tailored to each client’s unique needs. She integrates evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Attachment-Based approaches, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). Her goal is to help clients build skills, gain clarity, and feel more confident navigating everyday life.
Margarete has experience supporting individuals managing ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, sleep concerns, grief, couples conflict, identity exploration, maternal mental health, parenting, infertility, LGBTQIA+ and transgender-related concerns, cultural stressors, anger management, and chronic health conditions.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Welcome to Therapy with Margarete Hanson
Welcome to the beginning of your healing journey. I'm Margarete, a compassionate and collaborative therapist, and I'm honored to support you as you work toward growth, healing, and self-discovery.
About Me
I work with children, adolescents, adults, and couples navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I also support individuals managing ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, sleep concerns, grief, maternal mental health, infertility, identity exploration, LGBTQIA+ and transgender-related concerns, cultural stressors, anger management, and chronic health conditions. My work focuses on helping clients feel safe, supported, and truly heard while building practical skills to navigate life’s challenges.
My Approach
In our sessions, expect a warm, judgment-free, and collaborative space. I meet clients where they are, honoring your experiences while helping you explore new perspectives and develop tools for meaningful change.
Empowerment and Collaboration
Therapy is a collaborative journey. Together, we’ll identify goals, build skills, and develop strategies to help you feel grounded, capable, and empowered in your everyday life.
Holistic Perspective
I take a practical, strengths-based approach, recognizing how thoughts, emotions, behaviors, relationships, and experiences influence overall well-being and personal growth.
Tailored Treatment
Every individual is unique. I customize therapy to your needs, goals, and circumstances, beginning with an initial session to explore your challenges, expectations, and aspirations.
Non-Ordinary Modalities
I integrate evidence-based approaches including CBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, MBCT, CPT, Psychodynamic Therapy, Attachment-Based approaches, PCIT, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). These methods help clients gain clarity, build skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
1. Initial Consultation:
I begin by understanding what brought you to therapy and what you hope to gain.
2. Establishing Goals:
Together, we identify realistic and meaningful goals to guide our work.
3. Tailored Treatment Plan:
I create a personalized plan based on your needs, strengths, and circumstances.
4. Therapeutic Modalities:
I use evidence-based approaches including CBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, MBCT, CPT, Psychodynamic Therapy, Attachment-Based approaches, PCIT, and SFBT.
5. Creating a Safe Space:
I provide a warm, non-judgmental environment where you feel supported while exploring experiences.
6. Exploration and Processing:
I guide you through reflection and insight to process challenges, trauma, and patterns.
7. Skill-Building and Resilience:
We build coping strategies, emotional regulation, and practical skills for daily life.
8. Integration and Application:
I help you apply insights and skills to real-world situations for lasting change.
9. Monitoring Progress:
Progress is regularly reviewed, and the plan is adapted to ensure effectiveness.
10. Continued Support:
Even after therapy concludes, I provide guidance, tools, and resources to maintain growth and confidence.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University at Buffalo, Master's in Clinical Social Work
NPI number
1154626406
How soon can I make an appointment with Margarete Hanson?
Generally, Margarete Hanson has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Margarete Hanson's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Margarete Hanson accepting new patients?
Margarete Hanson generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Margarete Hanson's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Margarete Hanson accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Margarete Hanson online?
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What practice does Margarete Hanson work with?
Margarete Hanson works with The Non-Therapy Company Ltd..
What are common reasons for patients to see Margarete Hanson?
Margarete Hanson frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Margarete Hanson on their profile.
What languages does Margarete Hanson speak?
Margarete Hanson speaks English.