Maggie Meister (she/her)

I am highly skilled in MI, with extensive experience applying its principles to support autonomy, resolve ambivalence, and facilitate behavior change. I integrate MI seamlessly into therapeutic sessions demonstrating proficiency in evoking clients' intrinsic motivation through reflective listening, strategic questioning, and empathetic engagement. My approach aligns with the spirit of MI-collaborative, evocative, and respectful of client autonomy.

I am an experienced clinician with deep expertise in CBT, skilled at helping clients identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to achieve meaningful, lasting change. I utilize evidence-based CBT technique to tailor interventions that address a wide range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and stress-related disorders. My approach integrates collaborative goal setting, cognitive restructuring, behavioral experiments, and skills to empower clients.

I am proficient in integrating coaching techniques into therapeutic practice to empower clients in setting meaningful goals, enhancing self-awareness, and taking actionable steps toward personal growth. By combining strengths-based and evidence-based therapeutic approaches, I support clients in clarifying their values, overcoming obstacles, and building resilience. My coaching approach fosters accountability, motivation, and sustained behavior change with compassionate and client centered.

I am proficient in integrating coaching techniques into therapeutic practice to empower clients in setting meaningful goals, enhancing self-awareness, and taking actionable steps toward personal growth. By combining strengths-based and evidence-based therapeutic approaches, I support clients in clarifying their values, overcoming obstacles, and building resilience. My coaching approach fosters accountability, motivation, and sustained behavior change with compassionate and client centered.

I specialize in working with clients diagnosed with ADHD, utilizing evidence-based strategies such as CBT, mindfulness, and organizational skills coaching. I help clients develop personalized coping mechanisms, improve executive functioning, and manage emotional regulation.

I have experience supporting clients with a wide range of anxiety disorders, including generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety, and phobias. I use evidence-based approaches such as CBT, mindfulness techniques, and relaxation strategies to help clients identify triggers, manage symptoms, and develop coping skills for long-term anxiety management.

In my role, I engage with families to understand the child's background, strengths, and challenges. I support parents in developing effective parenting strategies, facilitate communication between family members, and coordinate with other professionals to provide care. I help identify underlying factors affecting the child's behavior and work towards practical solutions that promote healthy development and emotional resilience.