Peggy (Margaret) Hansen, M.S.

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Currently not accepting new clients

Works with Families, Individuals, and Marriage & Couples
WA License #LF00000900

My approach to counseling

I believe that our personal well-being is strongly influenced by the quality of our relationships and that we can choose to improve and strengthen these at any age. I work in a collaborative way with my clients to address symptoms of depression and anxiety, always holding in awareness their goals for counseling. I use a variety of therapeutic strategies ranging from intergenerational family systems to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).

I have experience in working with

Individuals, Couples and Families to provide therapy that increases their ability to cope with difficult life problems so that they are better able to function at work, within their families and in other relationships.
Older Adults to provide individual therapy for those experiencing losses and life changes related to aging; couple therapy for those in long-term marriages and those who are remarrying; and guidance for families dealing with the issues of aging.
Divorcing, Single-Parent and Stepfamilies to provide support for those adjusting to these major life changes, helping them strengthen the skills needed for successful relationships and effective parenting.

Education

M.S. in Marriage and Family Therapy, Seattle Pacific University
Teaching Certificate, University of Puget Sound
B.A. in Communications, University of Washington

Professional Experience

I have been in practice since 1987, primarily at Samaritan Center of Puget Sound. I’ve also been part of the clinical staff at the Everett Clinic’s Behavioral Health Department and at Del Webb Hospital’s Outpatient Behavioral Health Department in Sun City West. Arizona.

Insurance Accepted

Aetna, Beacon, Beechstreet, Blue Card Plans, Family Services EAP, First Choice Health, HMA, Kaiser, Premera (Lifewise), Regence, TriCare / TriWest, and Uniform Medical

Writing by this therapist

10 Tips for Parenting Your Adult Children

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