- About Margaret
“When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves.” -Victor Frankl
Margaret Hoyne Brown, LMFT
Marriage Family Therapist 81810
805-689-6187
Margaret guides her psychotherapy sessions with the clarity of one who understands the depths of life’s challenges through her own rich life experience. She listens for the strengths and gifts of each person with a keen and compassionate ear. Her goal is to support others in trusting their instincts, receiving a true read on their emotions, setting healthy boundaries and taking a pro-active, rather than reactive approach to life. She also helps one to recognize and unwind from unhealthy patterns for coping with life's struggles. People who are overwhelmed and confused grow to use their own gifts and strengths in an authentic way to help them thrive in diverse aspects of their lives.
Margaret appreciates great joy in supporting others through transformations. She is continuously engaged in emerging trends in psychology, as well as the world at large, because she understands that everything happening in the world today touches each of us in different ways.
It is her intention to meet each person exactly where they are and help them get where they want to be for a well lived life.
Accreditations and Certifications
Master's of Arts in Clinical Psychology
Antioch University Santa Barbara
Bachelor of Arts In Liberal Studies
Psychology, History & Sociology
University of California Santa Barbara
Member of California Association of Marriage Family Therapists
Santa Barbara & San Luis Obispo
EMDR Basic Training
The EMDR Institute
Enneagram Professional Training Program
The Enneagram Institute
Court Appointed Special Advocate
CASA, Santa Barbara
Exploring How To Live Well -
On Your own Terms
Private Individual Sessions provide opportunities for...
Creating what you want
You don't have to walk alone ~
- Does your work fill your spirit?
- Are you filled with worry?
- Do you feel misunderstood?
- Stuck in a rut?
Creating
Wish you had more ~?
- Are you creating your dream?
- Does financial ease need attention?
- Are you having fun?
- Do you want to make more of a difference?
Being Alone
Do you find yourself ~?
- Considering possibilities?
- Stop being angry around unfairness?
- Get some confidential perspective?
Know Yourself
Let's meet together on a journey of discovery...
Personal Growth
1:1
In person or
Video Conferencing
One on one conversations are a safe space where you can talk freely and openly about the things that challenge, concern and worry you. My sessions are easy going, realistic and pragmatic.
You can expect our time together to be:
- Engaging
- Objective
- Non-judgmental
- Insightful
- Solution oriented
- Meaningful
- Psycho-educational
- Supportive
- Philosophical
- Humor infused
Initial consultation is no-fee to see if it's a good fit. If not, I will provide referrals considering your needs.805-689-6187Group Exploration
Fun & Process
To see if a group is for you, let's meet 1:1 to make sure it's a good fit for what you need and want.
Feeling socially anxious is real when it comes to initially showing up for a group where we meet regularly and talk with unusual focus and openness about our emotional lives. Group therapy differs from a mere gathering of friends. It been reported it's worth it offering deep insight and kindness.
Increase Your
Meaningful &
Purposeful Goals
If you are feeling some lack of satisfying direction in your life, this self-help group is designed for that quest.
You will identify your values and make concrete plans filling your life with meaningful and purposeful goals. As you work toward your unique value driven goals you will experience that which is truly valuable to you for a well-lived life on your own terms.
805-689-6187
Being A New Mom
A weekly gathering of first time Mothers for connecting, psycho-education on infant development, and humorous relief from the daily doses of newborn reality.
As a seasoned mother with adult children, I am a near expert in the challenges of raising children into reasonably emotionally stable toddlers who at times may eat real green food.
805-689-6187
Learning Journey
Workshops
The Enneagram
Using the "Insight Approach" to the Enneagram you will learn:
- What the Enneagram is and how it can take you on a journey of self-discovery.
- What your personality type is to understand your unique core strengths and weaknesses for healthy relationships and work life balance.
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