Megan Mackety , LMSW

Megan Mackety is a licensed master social worker (LMSW) with 15 years of experience who focuses on helping people handle stress, anxiety, trauma, anger, and low self-esteem. She centers care on building connection and trust so people feel heard as they talk through their concerns. Megan emphasizes practical steps and real conversations rather than labels or jargon.

She uses straightforward tools from cognitive behavioral therapy to spot unhelpful thinking and try new, small behavior changes. Mindfulness practices are offered to help people notice strong feelings without getting swept away by them. Solution-focused work helps set clear, short-term goals and identify what already works in a person’s life.

Megan treats trauma and abuse impacts with attention to pacing and safety, and she helps people untangle shame, guilt, and anger that get in the way of living well. She also works with attention challenges such as ADHD and common mood concerns. Women’s issues are part of her focus, and she supports people navigating gender-related pressures and self-worth questions.

Sessions are practical and collaborative. Megan listens first, then co-creates a plan based on a person’s priorities and daily life. She favors small, achievable steps that fit a person’s schedule and strengths.

Based in Michigan, Megan offers talk-based care that aims to restore energy, reduce overwhelm, and rebuild confidence one step at a time.

Therapeutic approaches for online care

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and building a trusting relationship so the person feels understood. The therapist follows the client's lead, reflects what she hears, and helps people clarify their own goals and values. Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns of thinking and behavior. It teaches straightforward exercises to test unhelpful thoughts and try different actions to reduce anxiety or lift mood.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and how symptoms show up in daily life, then recommend methods to try first. Plans are adjusted over time based on what helps and what does not, so the person stays involved in decisions about their care.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is useful for deeper conversations when face-to-face cues matter. Phone sessions can be a good fit when bandwidth is limited or a quieter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging work well for quick check-ins, brief problem-solving, and ongoing support between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, parenting, or busy schedules while keeping a consistent connection with a licensed professional.