Dr. Marguerite Allen - Mental Health Counselor | The Center for Internet & Technology Addiction

25 years experience | Counselor of Color

About Dr. Marguerite Allen

I have been working as a therapist for 20+ years. I love working with individuals that are open to change and willing to do the work. I take an eclectic approach(CBT, DBT, Mindfulness etc.) to treatment and utilize what works best for the client. My B.A. is in Behavioral Studies, I have a M.S. in Psychology, a M. Div in Ministry and a D.Min in Christian Counseling. I am licensed in Mental Health Counseling.
I have experience in working with the following:
ADHD
Anxiety
Christian Counseling
Depression
Personality Disorders
Mood Disorders and
…So much more!

Licenses

LCMHC

S7551

Professional experience

Addictions
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Depression
Family conflicts
Grief
Parenting issues
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

Codependency
Control issues
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Young adult issues

Clinical Approaches

Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

English

13 Reviews

“I love Dr. Allen! She is the best therapist I’ve ever had. She is knowledgeable and actually listens. She provides the best support and checks in on my daily journals. I really couldn’t ask for a better therapist and friend!”

“I really enjoy speaking with Dr. Allen. The sessions are very helpful.”

“I thoroughly enjoy my sessions with Dr. Allen. She listens and offers authentic feedback which I respect and try to incorporate into my daily life. Highly recommend her.”

“Dr. Allen is super helpful. Has the right demeanor and probes into my issues in a direct way thst is helpful.”

“She's wonderful and has really helped my son breakthrough.”

“She’s caring kind and well spoken. Someone who you want to be your therapist.”

“Dr. Allen is an amazing therapist and person. Highly recommended!!”

“Dr Allen had been a wonderful help. My teen was struggling but their weekly visits made a huge difference in getting her out of he head and focused again. Dr Allen is a lovely and kind ear. We are very happy to have her as our therapist.”

“Dr. Allen is knowledgeable and helpful. She was caring and personable. I felt heard and like she genuinely cared about me. I would highly recommend her!”

“She is a great therapist with Christian values”

“I value Dr. Allen’s candor and insight regarding my concerns.”

“Very understanding and gives great counsel!”

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