Photograph of Margarita McLaughlin, Licensed Clinician

Margarita McLaughlin

she/her
Margarita
is a therapist at Two Chairs.
Margarita is dedicated to helping each client feel truly seen and understood. She works collaboratively with clients to identify what may be holding them back from living their fullest life. Using each client's unique strengths and abilities, she help them address challenges and build a personalized toolbox or road map to navigate life's stressors and transitions. Margarita draws on her experiences, and compassionate approach to create a supportive and comfortable space where clients can grow, heal and move forward towards their goals.

In her free time, Margarita enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, seeking new adventures, places to see, foods and cultures to experience together. She loves to read, create, listen to music and stay active. She also has many plans to travel, enjoy life and make the most of each day?

License Information

Education and Experience

  • Clinician at Clarity Psychological Services
  • Primary Therapist at Newport Healthcare
  • Primary Therapist at Starview Behavioral Health
  • Internship at Casa de la Familia
  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
  • Master's in Clinical Psychology with emphasis in Latinx Studies from Pepperdine University
  • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from CSU Northridge

Modalities

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Emotionally Focused
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Mindfulness
Motivational Interviewing
Psychodynamic

Clinical Issues

ADHD
Anxiety
Bipolar
Stress
Trauma and PTSD

Specialties

Anger Management
Burnout
Chronic Illness
Cultural or racial identity
Family Issues
Grief
Imposter Syndrome
Infidelity
Relationships
Role Transitions
Self Esteem
Spirtuality
Stress
Values and Goals
Women's Issues
Work or Careers