Peggy Winsman, LCSW

Peggy Winsman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than 25 years of professional experience supporting people through difficult life moments. She has extensive experience working with both children and adults who have faced trauma, along with individuals coping with depression, anxiety, and major life adjustments. Peggy pays careful attention to the connection between physical health and mental well-being, and she may incorporate aspects of health and wellness into care such as medical status, nutrition, and physical activity when relevant to a client’s goals.

Peggy emphasizes a client-centered approach so that each person feels heard, respected, and supported throughout the therapeutic process. She practices from trauma-informed and strength-based perspectives and draws on a range of techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused methods, developmental perspectives, and somatic practices. This blend allows her to tailor interventions to individual needs, whether someone is addressing relationship difficulties, grief, addiction, stress, or chronic health challenges. Her aim is to create a collaborative environment in which clients build resilience and practical coping strategies aligned with their values and life circumstances.

Approach-driven care delivered online

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the client’s priorities guide the work. The therapist listens deeply and helps the person explore feelings and goals at their own pace, which is helpful for people navigating life transitions, grief, or relationship concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replace them with more effective strategies. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress management, and many everyday coping challenges because it emphasizes practical skills and measurable progress.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and reducing impulsive reactions. It can be especially useful for individuals who struggle with strong mood swings, impulsivity, or chronic emotional distress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Peggy works collaboratively with each client to determine which methods fit best based on needs, goals, and personal preferences, and she adapts techniques as progress is made.

Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging provide flexibility for scheduling and for tailoring sessions to physical health or mobility needs. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home, and integrate therapeutic work into a busy life.