Margaret Dunn, LPC
Licensed counselor guiding lasting change
- Emotional eating support
- Trauma and grief
- Mindfulness and ACT
About Margaret Dunn
Margaret Dunn is a Licensed Professional Counselor who combines counseling training with experience as a Functional Medicine Health Coach and a Certified Life Coach to help people move past patterns that hold them back. As a Licensed Professional Counselor - a credential that authorizes her to provide mental health counseling - she uses a range of evidence-based approaches to address the emotional and behavioral barriers that interfere with success and well-being.
She pays particular attention to how the subconscious stores unprocessed emotions and influences daily thoughts and actions, noting that much of behavior is guided by processes below conscious awareness. Margaret works with clients to safely process those stored emotions, aiming to convert fear into courage, physical discomfort into manageable wellness, and confusion into clarity. Her work often focuses on uncovering root causes rather than relying solely on willpower or surface-level strategies.
Her specialties include emotional eating, chronic illness, stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and life transitions. She often supports smart, busy professional women who struggle with cycles of overeating or stress eating by identifying the underlying drivers of their hunger and building sustainable change. She also addresses self-doubt, self-sabotage, and negative self-talk, guiding clients through a four-step habit change process so habits work for them instead of against them.
Margaret names compassion, open-mindedness, belief in growth, and respect for human experience as central values in her work. She encourages clients to move beyond avoidance and numbness and to engage in the sometimes challenging work of growth. She looks forward to talking with prospective clients and exploring whether her approach is a fit.
She pays particular attention to how the subconscious stores unprocessed emotions and influences daily thoughts and actions, noting that much of behavior is guided by processes below conscious awareness. Margaret works with clients to safely process those stored emotions, aiming to convert fear into courage, physical discomfort into manageable wellness, and confusion into clarity. Her work often focuses on uncovering root causes rather than relying solely on willpower or surface-level strategies.
Her specialties include emotional eating, chronic illness, stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and life transitions. She often supports smart, busy professional women who struggle with cycles of overeating or stress eating by identifying the underlying drivers of their hunger and building sustainable change. She also addresses self-doubt, self-sabotage, and negative self-talk, guiding clients through a four-step habit change process so habits work for them instead of against them.
Margaret names compassion, open-mindedness, belief in growth, and respect for human experience as central values in her work. She encourages clients to move beyond avoidance and numbness and to engage in the sometimes challenging work of growth. She looks forward to talking with prospective clients and exploring whether her approach is a fit.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
Body imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedIsolation / lonelinessLife purposePost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobia
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Hypnotherapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Margaret Dunn have?
Margaret Dunn has 15 years of experience.
Is Margaret Dunn a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the LPC credential. License details: MO LPC 2008009343.
In which languages does Margaret Dunn provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Margaret Dunn located?
She is located in Missouri.
How can I work with Margaret Dunn as my therapist?
You can work with Margaret Dunn through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Margaret Dunn work with international clients?
Margaret Dunn does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Margaret Dunn cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Online Therapy Be a Good Fit for You?
Many people wonder whether remote therapy can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be as effective as traditional in-person sessions for most people.A major benefit is flexibility. People can connect with a therapist using the format that fits their life and comfort level - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. That range of options makes it easier to keep therapy consistent amid work, family, and other responsibilities.
Licensed professionals deliver care through these channels, and clients can change therapists if they feel a different fit would be better. For many, the convenience and accessibility of online therapy make it a practical and effective way to pursue personal growth and address emotional concerns.